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KM08 RCV

2008 Audi A4

Grey Diesel 1986cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Oct 2021
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

353,792 mi
Last recorded353,792 miles
Recorded on2 Oct 2020
Typical for 2008 Audi A495,161 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKM08 RCV
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,986cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 2 Oct 2020 353,792 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Exhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

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

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 2 Oct 2020 353,792 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Exhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Aug 2019 206,424 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Brake pad warning indicator illuminated

Pass 20 Aug 2018 186,763 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

brake pad warning light illuminated

Fail 16 Aug 2018 186,537 miles

Offside Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen no image (4.1.2 (a))

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

brake pad warning light illuminated

Pass 17 Aug 2017 165,321 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2016 149,792 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2016 149,782 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed inner edge (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front tyre worn on inner edge

Offside Rear tyre worn on edges

osf tyre worn on inner edge close to legal limit

Pass 14 Aug 2015 135,366 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2014 119,492 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2014 119,483 miles

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

offside front tyre worn on inner edge

offside rear tyre worn on inner edge

nearside front tyre worn on inner edge and heavily cracked on sidewalls that open up with weight of car, cords not exposed

Pass 17 Aug 2013 104,228 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2013 103,906 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3) DANGEROUS

Pass 15 Aug 2012 87,952 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2011 70,813 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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KM08 RCV is a 2008 Audi A4 in Grey with a 1,986cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 KM08 RCV, 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 KM08 RCV registered?

KM08 RCV is a 2008 Audi A4, first registered on 30 June 2008.

Is KM08 RCV safe to buy?

The MOT history for KM08 RCV shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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