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OY08 VLU

2008 Audi A4

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Oct 2022
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

108,889 mi
Last recorded108,889 miles
Recorded on18 Oct 2021
Typical for 2008 Audi A495,161 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOY08 VLU
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Oct 2021 108,889 miles

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

Fail 18 Oct 2021 108,879 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))

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

Pass 10 Aug 2020 94,862 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Sep 2019 93,166 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2018 88,700 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2017 84,080 miles

Both rear tyres ageing and have some deep cuts

Fail 7 Aug 2017 84,080 miles

Offside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Both rear tyres ageing and have some deep cuts

Pass 2 Sep 2016 78,776 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2016 78,656 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

All four road tyres are of Winter type

Nearside Front Tyre wearing smooth on inner edge

Offside Front Tyre worn smooth on inner edge

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

Pass 26 Aug 2016 78,656 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2015 70,353 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2015 70,353 miles

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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

Pass 22 Aug 2014 61,696 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2013 52,201 miles

Both rear tyres have cuts deep enough to reach cords

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Pass 20 Aug 2012 44,860 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Sep 2011 36,380 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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OY08 VLU is a 2008 Audi A4 in Grey with a 1,968cc 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 OY08 VLU, 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 OY08 VLU registered?

OY08 VLU is a 2008 Audi A4, first registered on 18 March 2008.

Is OY08 VLU safe to buy?

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