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GL08 RZU

2008 Audi A4

Silver Diesel 1986cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Feb 2021
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

85,494 mi
Last recorded85,494 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2020
Typical for 2008 Audi A495,161 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL08 RZU
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,986cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Feb 2020 85,494 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

under trays fitted

Pass 2 Dec 2017 72,446 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2016 62,644 miles

Body has slight corrosion underside of vehicle has slight suface rust to all components to underside (6.1.B.2)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 26 Sep 2016 62,644 miles

Body has slight corrosion underside of vehicle has slight suface rust to all components to underside (6.1.B.2)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Pass 4 Jul 2015 57,469 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2014 48,051 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2013 38,645 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 5 Jun 2013 38,644 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

engine mounting bracket damaged and likely to fail (6.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 14 Apr 2012 29,546 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2012 29,546 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Fail 4 Aug 2011 18,095 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not fitted (1.1.C.1b)

Offside Registration plate lamp not fitted (1.1.C.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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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GL08 RZU is a 2008 Audi A4 in Silver with a 1,986cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 GL08 RZU, 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 GL08 RZU registered?

GL08 RZU is a 2008 Audi A4, first registered on 5 June 2008.

Is GL08 RZU safe to buy?

The MOT history for GL08 RZU shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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