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OV08 XYF

2008 Audi A4

Black Diesel 1986cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Aug 2021
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

146,214 mi
Last recorded146,214 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2020
Typical for 2008 Audi A495,161 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV08 XYF
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,986cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2020 146,214 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

front bumper damaged on nearside - not causing sharp edges, all temporary secured

nearside headlamp temporary secured, offside slight loose

offside registration plate bulb too dim

Fail 28 Aug 2020 146,214 miles

Driver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.5 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Oil leak, but not excessive from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

front bumper damaged on nearside - not causing sharp edges, all secure

Pass 31 Aug 2019 134,540 miles

Nearside Front bumper damaged, fog lamp missing

Fail 30 Aug 2019 134,539 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

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

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front bumper damaged, fog lamp missing

Pass 31 Aug 2018 120,882 miles

Front both brake pads low

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

under tray fitted

Pass 30 Aug 2017 110,776 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Aug 2016 96,915 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2016 96,915 miles

Driver's airbag obviously defective warning light on (5.4.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 19 Aug 2015 88,340 miles

Under-tray fitted obscuring some underside component

Pass 13 Aug 2014 82,661 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2014 82,661 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 23 Jul 2013 72,095 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2012 67,852 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2012 67,852 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 4 May 2011 48,242 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 XYF is a 2008 Audi A4 in Black with a 1,986cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 XYF, 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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What year was OV08 XYF registered?

OV08 XYF is a 2008 Audi A4, first registered on 6 May 2008.

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