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LY57 HYV

2008 Audi A4

Blue Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jan 2020
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

201,001 mi
Last recorded201,001 miles
Recorded on18 Jan 2019
Typical for 2008 Audi A495,161 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLY57 HYV
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Jan 2019 201,001 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2018 18,795 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2017 178,471 miles

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 19 Jan 2016 171,666 miles

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

Fail 19 Jan 2016 171,666 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

Pass 1 Dec 2014 164,831 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2013 147,000 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

front exhaust flexy very slightly worn

Pass 26 Nov 2012 115,315 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 26 Nov 2012 115,315 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Pass 21 Dec 2011 90,408 miles
Fail 21 Dec 2011 90,408 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 21 Dec 2010 65,795 miles

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

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

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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LY57 HYV is a 2008 Audi A4 in Blue with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 LY57 HYV, 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 LY57 HYV registered?

LY57 HYV is a 2008 Audi A4, first registered on 5 January 2008.

Is LY57 HYV safe to buy?

The MOT history for LY57 HYV shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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