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JOE 1Y

2008 Audi A4

Blue Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Nov 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

133,605 mi
Last recorded133,605 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Audi A495,161 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJOE 1Y
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Nov 2025 133,605 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2024 128,957 miles

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 13 Nov 2023 121,886 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2022 114,068 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2021 106,590 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged Outer edge of glass missing (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 1 Nov 2021 106,590 miles

Brake performance not tested RBT not performed due to condition of front tyres (1.2.1 (g))

Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Both front tyres are worn to cords (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged Outer edge of glass missing (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Offside reverse light not working

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Oct 2020 94,105 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2019 85,057 miles

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

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

Pass 3 May 2018 78,135 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2017 73,912 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2017 72,043 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2016 69,998 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2015 63,678 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2014 57,362 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 25 Mar 2013 50,221 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

rear seat base insecure

Pass 24 Nov 2012 46,547 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2011 36,767 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

small cut in the n/s/f tyre wall,and worn to 3 mm.

Pass 24 Nov 2011 36,767 miles

small cut in the n/s/f tyre wall,and worn to 3 mm.

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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JOE 1Y is a 2008 Audi A4 in Blue with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 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 JOE 1Y, 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 JOE 1Y registered?

JOE 1Y is a 2008 Audi A4, first registered on 27 November 2008.

Is JOE 1Y safe to buy?

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