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OE57 XAO

2008 Audi A4

Grey Diesel 1986cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jun 2023
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

132,963 mi
Last recorded132,963 miles
Recorded on26 May 2022
Typical for 2008 Audi A495,161 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOE57 XAO
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,986cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 26 May 2022 132,963 miles

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

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

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge n/s/r tyre worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge o/s/r tyre worn on inner edge & perished on edges (5.2.3 (e))

n/s/f tyre worn slightly on edges.

n/s/r wing & door damaged

steering noisey on full locks ??

Fail 26 May 2022 132,963 miles

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

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

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge n/s/r tyre worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge o/s/r tyre worn on inner edge & perished on edges (5.2.3 (e))

n/s/f tyre worn slightly on edges.

n/s/r wing & door damaged

steering noisey on full locks ??

Pass 2 Jun 2021 124,115 miles

n/s/r wing & door damaged

washer bottle leaking ???

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge n/s/f tyre in poor cond bald on inner edge & has long not deep splits on its inner side wall (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 2 Jun 2021 124,115 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Passenger's seat backrest cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.6 (a) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge n/s/f tyre in poor cond bald on inner edge & has long not deep splits on its inner side wall (5.2.3 (e))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

n/s/r wing & door damaged

washer bottle leaking ???

Pass 3 Jun 2020 114,430 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Jun 2019 104,801 miles
Pass 26 May 2018 94,546 miles
Pass 30 May 2017 83,742 miles

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Nearside Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

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

Pass 9 Jun 2016 65,127 miles

Nearside Rear child seat fitted

Fail 9 Jun 2016 65,127 miles

Nearside Rear child seat fitted

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid both (8.2.3)

Pass 18 Sep 2014 38,414 miles

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

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

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

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

Fail 18 Sep 2014 38,414 miles

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

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

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 8 Jan 2013 36,818 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2012 30,349 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2012 30,349 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 18 Jan 2011 21,889 miles

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

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

Offside 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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OE57 XAO is a 2008 Audi A4 in Grey with a 1,986cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 OE57 XAO, 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 OE57 XAO registered?

OE57 XAO is a 2008 Audi A4, first registered on 6 February 2008.

Is OE57 XAO safe to buy?

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