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OV08 XLZ

2008 Audi A4

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Feb 2023
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

105,911 mi
Last recorded105,911 miles
Recorded on17 Jan 2022
Typical for 2008 Audi A495,161 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV08 XLZ
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Jan 2022 105,911 miles

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

Pass 27 Jan 2021 98,635 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2020 93,020 miles

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

Fail 29 Jan 2020 93,020 miles

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

Front Undertray likely to become detached (6.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Feb 2019 84,683 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2018 75,196 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2018 75,196 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 28 Jan 2017 65,702 miles

Rear both tyres uneven wear[inside edge]

Pass 12 Feb 2016 56,607 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2014 51,023 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2014 51,023 miles

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

Pass 4 Dec 2013 45,861 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2013 45,861 miles

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

Pass 26 Apr 2013 42,871 miles

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 29 Mar 2012 33,974 miles

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)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 9 Apr 2011 26,242 miles

Nearside Rear 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 has a cut to cords but not greater than 25mm in length

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 XLZ is a 2008 Audi A4 in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 OV08 XLZ, 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 XLZ registered?

OV08 XLZ is a 2008 Audi A4, first registered on 28 April 2008.

Is OV08 XLZ safe to buy?

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