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FY08 XLZ

2008 Audi A4

Grey Diesel 1986cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Nov 2023
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

173,016 mi
Last recorded173,016 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2022
Typical for 2008 Audi A495,161 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Oct 2022 173,016 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2021 168,031 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2021 168,031 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))

Pass 27 Oct 2020 163,812 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2019 159,042 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2019 159,042 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 26 Oct 2018 153,344 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2017 144,764 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 28 Oct 2016 133,848 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.0mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.0mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 16 Oct 2015 123,722 miles

oil leak

Fail 16 Oct 2015 123,720 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

oil leak

Pass 27 Oct 2014 117,137 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2013 107,550 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2012 83,983 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 11 Jan 2012 47,622 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 27 Jan 2011 16,615 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 XLZ is a 2008 Audi A4 in Grey with a 1,986cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 XLZ, 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.

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What year was FY08 XLZ registered?

FY08 XLZ is a 2008 Audi A4, first registered on 27 March 2008.

Is FY08 XLZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY08 XLZ shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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