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OV08 VZJ

2008 Audi A4

Grey Diesel 1986cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Oct 2026
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

136,984 mi
Last recorded136,984 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Audi A495,161 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV08 VZJ
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,986cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Oct 2025 136,984 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2024 127,968 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Oct 2023 121,454 miles

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

Pass 16 Sep 2022 111,989 miles

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

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

Fail 16 Sep 2022 111,989 miles

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

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

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

Pass 30 Sep 2021 102,081 miles

under trays fitted not allowing full inspection

Pass 3 Oct 2020 91,711 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2019 76,159 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2019 76,156 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Pass 22 May 2018 69,256 miles

Nearside Rear tyre has stepped tread on inner edge

centre exhaust clamp corroded

Fail 21 May 2018 69,256 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear tyre has stepped tread on inner edge

centre exhaust clamp corroded

Pass 25 May 2017 61,628 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2016 53,661 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2015 46,499 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 23 Apr 2015 46,499 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 17 Apr 2014 38,780 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2013 32,536 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2012 25,282 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2011 20,221 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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OV08 VZJ is a 2008 Audi A4 in Grey with a 1,986cc 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 OV08 VZJ, 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 OV08 VZJ registered?

OV08 VZJ is a 2008 Audi A4, first registered on 25 April 2008.

Is OV08 VZJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for OV08 VZJ shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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