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FY08 XLE

2008 Audi A4

Grey Diesel 1986cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Apr 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

131,447 mi
Last recorded131,447 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2025
Typical for 2008 Audi A495,161 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY08 XLE
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,986cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2025 131,447 miles

Bonnet strut defective.

Exhaust deteriorated.

Nearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 10 Apr 2025 131,444 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Center clamp (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn Both upper (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn Both upper (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Trailer electrical socket likely to become detached (4.10 (a) (ii))

Both rear shock absorber casings corroded

Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both front (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Apr 2024 124,813 miles

Central Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Apr 2023 116,934 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Apr 2022 107,689 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2021 102,755 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

unable to fully inspect underside covered

Pass 28 Mar 2020 98,051 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2019 90,461 miles

under trays fitted

Pass 19 Mar 2018 82,176 miles

Nearside Rear Inner cracks on tread

under trays fitted

Pass 4 Mar 2017 74,448 miles

under trays fitted front to back.

Pass 31 Mar 2016 66,821 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2015 57,167 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2014 48,173 miles
Pass 24 May 2013 44,116 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 16 May 2013 44,065 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 22 May 2012 37,830 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2011 27,747 miles

How Reliable is the Audi A4?

Based on 7,096,957 MOT tests across 571,801 vehicles.

76.1%
Pass Rate
7,591
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
571,801
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 231,238
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 97,478
Brake hose excessively deteriorated 97,376
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 84,223
Registration plate lamp not working 78,638
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FY08 XLE is a 2008 Audi A4 in Grey with a 1,986cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

Across all 2008 Audi A4 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.8% with a typical mileage of 95,161 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Audi A4 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 231,238 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FY08 XLE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Audi A4 typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 18 years old, this Audi A4 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FY08 XLE registered?

FY08 XLE is a 2008 Audi A4, first registered on 25 March 2008.

Is FY08 XLE safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY08 XLE shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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