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GV58 GRU

2008 Audi A4

Grey Diesel 2698cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Nov 2026
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

199,114 mi
Last recorded199,114 miles
Recorded on8 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Audi A495,161 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV58 GRU
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,698cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Nov 2025 199,114 miles

Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Oct 2024 173,174 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Under trays fitted not allowing full inspection of some components

Pass 1 Nov 2023 151,989 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 7 Nov 2022 129,992 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front suspension arms ... rear most (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 7 Nov 2022 129,992 miles

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

Nearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front suspension arms ... rear most (5.3.4 (a) (i))

offside rear tyre screw in centre tread

two punctures in nearside rear tyre one too close to edge to repair

Pass 9 Nov 2021 112,787 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge apx 3 mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge apx 2.5 mm 245/40x18 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 4 Nov 2020 94,686 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2019 66,610 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play front of front arm (ball joint dry in motion) (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear of front arm has slight lift (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Apr 2018 55,273 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2017 47,380 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2016 41,896 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2015 40,814 miles

engine covers fitted,obscuring items in engine bay.

no meterd smoke obtained during smoke test.

undertrays fitted,obscuring under side components.

Fail 5 Nov 2015 40,814 miles

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

engine covers fitted,obscuring items in engine bay.

no meterd smoke obtained during smoke test.

undertrays fitted,obscuring under side components.

Pass 26 Nov 2014 37,982 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 21 Oct 2013 32,063 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2012 25,022 miles

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

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

Fail 15 Oct 2012 25,022 miles

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

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

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

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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GV58 GRU is a 2008 Audi A4 in Grey with a 2,698cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 GV58 GRU, 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 GV58 GRU registered?

GV58 GRU is a 2008 Audi A4, first registered on 6 December 2008.

Is GV58 GRU safe to buy?

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