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MK58 VFV

2008 Audi A4

Black Diesel 2698cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Dec 2024
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

159,713 mi
Last recorded159,713 miles
Recorded on7 Dec 2023
Typical for 2008 Audi A495,161 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMK58 VFV
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,698cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 7 Dec 2023 159,713 miles

Driver's view to the front outside the swept area of the windscreen wipers restricted by an obstruction Sunstrip fitted (3.1 (a) (i))

Emissions too clean to give a reading at time of test

Pass 15 Nov 2022 148,743 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2022 148,661 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Nearside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rear outer (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))

Offside Rear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Pass 5 Nov 2021 138,928 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2021 138,928 miles

Nearside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))

Offside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))

Windscreen damaged and affecting the driver's view of the road (3.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Mar 2021 133,379 miles

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

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

Offside Front 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 26 Feb 2020 128,616 miles

emissions too low to be measured on equipment

unable to read oil temperature

underbody panels fitted preventing full inspection of some components

Pass 21 Feb 2019 121,391 miles

emissions too low to be read on equipment

unable to read oil temperature

Fail 21 Feb 2019 121,391 miles

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

emissions too low to be read on equipment

unable to read oil temperature

Pass 6 Mar 2018 105,663 miles

Nearside Front Upper Tie bar/rod rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Upper Tie bar/rod rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 28 Feb 2018 105,638 miles

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

Rear heat shield insecure

Central exhaust clamp deteriorated

Nearside Front Upper Tie bar/rod rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Upper Tie bar/rod rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 24 Feb 2017 91,121 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 25 Feb 2016 71,254 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2016 71,225 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Feb 2015 60,713 miles

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

both front tyres,bad uneven wear on inner shoulder,no cords visible.

electronic ignition switch very stiff to operate.

towbar fitted but no access panel on rear bumper,so visual check only on bar and electrics.

Pass 26 Feb 2014 51,572 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2013 49,210 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Oct 2012 39,747 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2011 26,679 miles

both rear tyres wearing inside edge

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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MK58 VFV is a 2008 Audi A4 in Black with a 2,698cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 MK58 VFV, 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 MK58 VFV registered?

MK58 VFV is a 2008 Audi A4, first registered on 3 September 2008.

Is MK58 VFV safe to buy?

The MOT history for MK58 VFV shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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