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MS51 SJW

2008 Audi A4

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Oct 2027
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

167,627 mi
Last recorded167,627 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2026
Typical for 2008 Audi A495,161 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMS51 SJW
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Sep 2026 167,627 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2026 167,627 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Pass 9 Oct 2025 161,592 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2024 150,452 miles

Both front tyres worn on inner edges

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear arm inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Sep 2023 140,719 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2023 140,719 miles

Brake performance unable to be tested (1.2.1 (g))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 26 Sep 2022 132,996 miles

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

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

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

Pass 4 Oct 2021 126,767 miles

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

Pass 3 Oct 2020 122,164 miles

Rear 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 30 Sep 2019 115,914 miles

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

undertrays fitted- obscuring view of some components

Pass 4 Oct 2018 107,830 miles

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 29 Sep 2017 100,337 miles

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 24 Sep 2016 93,900 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)

engine cover fitted obscuring some engine bay components

undertrays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 3 Oct 2015 88,791 miles

Engine cover fitted obscuring some engine bay components

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin 3mm (3.5.1g)

Under trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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

Fail 3 Oct 2015 88,791 miles

Offside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Engine cover fitted obscuring some engine bay components

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin 3mm (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin 4mm (3.5.1g)

Under trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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

Pass 7 Oct 2014 81,328 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 21 Sep 2013 72,169 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2013 72,169 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 5 Sep 2012 61,300 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2011 49,527 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

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

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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MS51 SJW is a 2008 Audi A4 in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 MS51 SJW, 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 MS51 SJW registered?

MS51 SJW is a 2008 Audi A4, first registered on 25 September 2008.

Is MS51 SJW safe to buy?

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