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NJ58 XLB

2008 Audi A4

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Nov 2026
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

135,106 mi
Last recorded135,106 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Audi A495,161 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNJ58 XLB
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2025 135,106 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2024 133,551 miles

Central Rear Lower Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Central Rear Lower boot floor corroded

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Lower Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower knocking from front suspension

o/s and n/s front chassis legs corroded

o/s and n/s rear brake hoses insecure

o/s and n/s rear chassis corroded

o/s and n/s rear inner sills corroded

Fail 20 Nov 2024 133,524 miles

Nearside Front Inner Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn and dust cover split (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Upper Integral body structure is deformed and structural rigidity is significantly reduced inner wing by top suspension arms below strut tops (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Lower Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Front Upper Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner wing by strut (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Upper Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner wing by top suspension top arms below strut (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached incorrect bolt and nut and insecure (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Central Rear Lower Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

Central Rear Lower Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Central Rear Lower boot floor corroded

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Lower Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Lower knocking from front suspension

o/s and n/s front chassis legs corroded

o/s and n/s rear brake hoses insecure

o/s and n/s rear chassis corroded

o/s and n/s rear inner sills corroded

Pass 21 Nov 2023 120,524 miles

Both front headlamp washers inoperative

Nearside Head lamp bulb slightly discoloured

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 255/35 R19 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 255/35 R19 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 255/35 R19 (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 20 Nov 2023 120,524 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Offside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe at imminent risk of failure or fracture (1.1.11 (a)) DANGEROUS

Both front headlamp washers inoperative

Nearside Head lamp bulb slightly discoloured

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 255/35 R19 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Electrical wiring inadequately secured Abs wiring (4.11 (a) (i))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 255/35 R19 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 255/35 R19 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Nov 2022 109,142 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2021 101,825 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2020 95,959 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front lower arm inner bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 25 May 2019 85,887 miles

all brake flexi ferrules greased

all brake pipes greased

Pass 27 Jun 2018 81,109 miles

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

Pass 30 May 2017 71,787 miles

Front Lower Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush n/s and o/s bottom shock bush (2.5.A.1c)

Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement n/s o/s inner bush both arms (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 7 Jun 2016 65,724 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2016 65,724 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 29 Jun 2015 60,944 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2015 60,944 miles

Nearside Rear Brake lining(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear Brake lining(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 28 Nov 2014 54,376 miles

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

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

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

Pass 29 Nov 2013 40,731 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2012 32,218 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 1 Sep 2011 22,772 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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NJ58 XLB is a 2008 Audi A4 in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 NJ58 XLB, 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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NJ58 XLB is a 2008 Audi A4, first registered on 1 September 2008.

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