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P12 RYK

2008 Audi A4

Grey Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Feb 2027
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

285,796 mi
Last recorded285,796 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 Audi A495,161 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP12 RYK
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2026 285,796 miles

corrosion on innerwing and o/s/f sill

Pass 27 Jan 2025 272,974 miles

Nearside Front Body component slightly loose sill cover (6.2.1 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Body component slightly loose sill cover (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 22 Jan 2024 261,718 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2024 261,499 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 3 Feb 2023 251,611 miles

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

Fail 20 Jan 2023 251,524 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Central Front Lower Engine mounting bracket excessively loose (6.1.8 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 24 Jan 2022 237,360 miles

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

exhaust heat shield loose secured with cable ties and n/s/f cv boot slightly loose on clip but ok

Pass 22 Jan 2021 225,139 miles

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

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

rear lights tinted but allows light through

Pass 4 Jan 2020 208,819 miles

Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Offside & nearside jacking point areas (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Offside & nearside outer wheel arch's rusty (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Lower Play in steering rack inner joint(s) rack slide bushing ()

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Offside & nearside (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 29 Nov 2018 188,466 miles

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt offside nearside ()

Pass 2 Dec 2017 172,623 miles

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 10 Nov 2016 165,040 miles

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

Nearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

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

Pass 3 Nov 2015 140,528 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2015 140,525 miles

Nearside Front Lower Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 20 Nov 2014 118,345 miles

exhaust centre pipe clamp rusted

rear view camera close to obscuring no. plate

Fail 20 Nov 2014 118,345 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

exhaust centre pipe clamp rusted

rear view camera close to obscuring no. plate

slight damage to sidewall of o/s/f tyre

Pass 28 Nov 2013 99,760 miles

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

zero emissions recorded

Pass 22 Nov 2012 77,018 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2011 57,547 miles

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

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

both front brake discs showing signs of wearing thin

slight play at nearside front steering system

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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P12 RYK is a 2008 Audi A4 in Grey with a 2,967cc 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 P12 RYK, 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 P12 RYK registered?

P12 RYK is a 2008 Audi A4, first registered on 1 December 2008.

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