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GR57 JYE

2008 Audi A4

Blue Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Sep 2023
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

197,606 mi
Last recorded197,606 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2022
Typical for 2008 Audi A495,161 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGR57 JYE
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2022 197,606 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Lower bush (5.3.2 (c))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Lower bush (5.3.2 (c))

Slight corrosion; Exhaust, Rear sub frame, Rear shocks.

Windscreen excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Sep 2021 190,733 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2020 189,305 miles

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

Fail 20 Oct 2020 189,305 miles

Offside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

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

Pass 16 Oct 2019 182,847 miles

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

Pass 6 Nov 2018 173,414 miles

under trays fitted obstructing some underside components

Fail 5 Nov 2018 173,414 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

under trays fitted obstructing some underside components

Pass 13 Jan 2018 165,627 miles

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

Fail 13 Jan 2018 165,627 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

Pass 25 Jan 2017 152,439 miles

Offside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

windscreen damage

Pass 13 Jan 2016 139,093 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement shock absorber bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front tyre outer sidewall damaged

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

clutch release bearing noisy

Pass 14 Jan 2015 132,125 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2015 132,125 miles

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

Pass 16 Jan 2014 119,458 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2013 100,213 miles

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

Pass 19 Jan 2012 73,660 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 18 Feb 2011 55,073 miles

advise all four tyres getting low

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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GR57 JYE is a 2008 Audi A4 in Blue with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 GR57 JYE, 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 GR57 JYE registered?

GR57 JYE is a 2008 Audi A4, first registered on 19 February 2008.

Is GR57 JYE safe to buy?

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