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LV08 HGC

2008 Audi A4

Silver Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Sep 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

202,658 mi
Last recorded202,658 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2026
Typical for 2008 Audi A495,161 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLV08 HGC
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Sep 2026 202,658 miles

Front Coil spring corroded both front (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Sep 2025 188,893 miles

underside has general corrosion

Fail 30 Aug 2025 188,831 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn REAR ARM (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn FRONT ARM (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Sep 2024 176,895 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Aug 2023 152,969 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2023 152,885 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached pinch bolt not tightend (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached pinch bolt not tightend (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 19 Aug 2022 141,826 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2021 131,019 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2020 128,253 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. o/s slow (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Aug 2019 123,761 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2018 113,394 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2017 106,472 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2017 106,461 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2016 105,091 miles

underfloor covers fitted not allowing full inspection

Pass 30 Dec 2015 102,190 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2014 98,743 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 28 Nov 2014 98,743 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 4 Dec 2013 93,674 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2012 60,080 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2011 44,718 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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LV08 HGC is a 2008 Audi A4 in Silver with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 LV08 HGC, 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 LV08 HGC registered?

LV08 HGC is a 2008 Audi A4, first registered on 27 March 2008.

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