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GX58 DCU

2008 Audi A4

Black Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Dec 2022
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

141,399 mi
Last recorded141,399 miles
Recorded on15 Dec 2021
Typical for 2008 Audi A495,161 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX58 DCU
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Dec 2021 141,399 miles

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

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Pass 21 Oct 2020 137,934 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2019 130,299 miles
Pass 2 May 2018 126,574 miles
Pass 2 May 2017 123,784 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)

Pass 4 May 2016 116,593 miles

BOTH FRONT TYRES CUTTING OUT ON EDGES ./ TRACKING

ENGINE X UNDER COVERS FITTED / SLIGHT CORROSION ON REAR DISCS /

Fail 3 May 2016 116,593 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

BOTH FRONT TYRES CUTTING OUT ON EDGES ./ TRACKING

ENGINE X UNDER COVERS FITTED / SLIGHT CORROSION ON REAR DISCS /

Pass 28 Jan 2015 98,273 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2015 98,273 miles

Offside Front Driver's airbag obviously defective (5.4.1)

Pass 21 Oct 2013 80,164 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 21 Oct 2013 80,164 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Rear Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)

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

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 24 Sep 2012 66,368 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2011 53,654 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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GX58 DCU is a 2008 Audi A4 in Black with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 GX58 DCU, 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 GX58 DCU registered?

GX58 DCU is a 2008 Audi A4, first registered on 19 September 2008.

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