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GJ08 GPK

2008 Audi A4

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Feb 2027
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

174,615 mi
Last recorded174,615 miles
Recorded on2 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 Audi A495,161 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ08 GPK
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 2 Feb 2026 174,615 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2025 164,083 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 Jan 2024 157,222 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2023 149,076 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Undertray fitted

Fail 28 Jan 2023 149,076 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Undertray fitted

Pass 9 Feb 2022 142,734 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

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

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

Fail 8 Feb 2022 142,734 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

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

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

Pass 20 Jan 2021 133,817 miles

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

Nearside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Pass 10 Feb 2020 127,281 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2018 122,408 miles

Nearside Front seat belt slow to retract

Nearside Front tyre at 2mm

Fail 9 Apr 2018 122,408 miles

Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Front seat belt slow to retract

Nearside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Nearside Front tyre at 2mm

Pass 31 Mar 2017 113,168 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2016 103,080 miles

All brake pads wearing and discs show wear and should be replaced at pad change

Both front tyres wearing close to limit in centre of tread

Both rear brake flexy hoses show some deterioration

Fail 20 Mar 2015 92,588 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Restricted RPM on smoke test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 20 Mar 2015 92,588 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Restricted RPM on smoke test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 4 Apr 2014 82,599 miles

Both front tyres wearing close to limit and n/s/f has small split to inner sidewall

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Rear brake pads approx 80% worn

Restricted RPM on smoke test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Very muddy underside making inspection difficult

Pass 10 Apr 2013 71,110 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Restricted RPM on smoke test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 29 Mar 2012 60,567 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2011 50,978 miles

both rear tyres worn edges, near limit and treads perished

offside front tyre worn near limit

spare tyre defective

Fail 4 Apr 2011 50,978 miles

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

both rear tyres worn edges, near limit and treads perished

offside front tyre worn near limit

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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GJ08 GPK is a 2008 Audi A4 in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 GJ08 GPK, 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 GJ08 GPK registered?

GJ08 GPK is a 2008 Audi A4, first registered on 5 March 2008.

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