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GL57 TXW

2008 Audi A4

Black Diesel 1986cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Feb 2023
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

137,767 mi
Last recorded137,767 miles
Recorded on7 Feb 2022
Typical for 2008 Audi A495,161 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL57 TXW
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,986cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Feb 2022 137,767 miles

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

sill covered and full under try fitted

Pass 15 Jan 2021 126,888 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2020 123,772 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2020 123,763 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 5 Feb 2019 119,127 miles

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

Fail 4 Feb 2019 119,127 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

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

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

Pass 29 Jan 2018 115,226 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2018 115,226 miles

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

Pass 26 Jan 2017 107,115 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2017 107,115 miles

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 8 Jan 2016 99,311 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2015 88,854 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2014 77,725 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 17 Jan 2013 69,466 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2012 66,567 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2011 61,024 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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GL57 TXW is a 2008 Audi A4 in Black with a 1,986cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 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 GL57 TXW, 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 GL57 TXW registered?

GL57 TXW is a 2008 Audi A4, first registered on 23 January 2008.

Is GL57 TXW safe to buy?

The MOT history for GL57 TXW shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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