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KS08 DFV

2008 Audi A4

Black Diesel 2698cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 May 2027
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

164,175 mi
Last recorded164,175 miles
Recorded on8 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Audi A495,161 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKS08 DFV
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,698cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 May 2026 164,175 miles
Fail 6 May 2026 164,148 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers damaged to the extent that it does not function (5.3.2 (b))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Jan 2025 159,255 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Pass 10 Jan 2024 153,866 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Pass 1 Dec 2022 150,532 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 24 Nov 2021 146,985 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Nov 2020 142,519 miles

Front disc lipped

Front small crack windscreen

Front suspension bushes deteriorating

Nearside Rear door slightly damaged

Oil leak, but not excessive slight oil lead from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 3 Nov 2020 142,519 miles

Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure both sides rear tyres perishing and cracked (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Suspension rod corroded but not seriously weakened o/s and n/s front lower arm inner pin and bush started to deteriate (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Front disc lipped

Front small crack windscreen

Nearside Rear door slightly damaged

Oil leak, but not excessive slight oil lead from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Oct 2019 140,162 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2018 150,600 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2017 149,712 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2015 119,988 miles

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

engine light on

n/s/r wheel buckled

rear brake disc corroded

Fail 7 Aug 2015 119,988 miles

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

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

engine light on

n/s/r wheel buckled

rear brake disc corroded

Pass 9 Jul 2014 104,047 miles

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

engine management light

Pass 10 Jun 2013 92,609 miles

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

Nearside Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 22 Jun 2012 74,524 miles
Pass 18 May 2011 60,652 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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KS08 DFV is a 2008 Audi A4 in Black 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 KS08 DFV, 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 KS08 DFV registered?

KS08 DFV is a 2008 Audi A4, first registered on 23 May 2008.

Is KS08 DFV safe to buy?

The MOT history for KS08 DFV shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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