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SG58 SGZ

2008 Audi Convertible

Grey Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Apr 2026
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

86,856 mi
Last recorded86,856 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2025
Typical for 2008 Audi Convertible63,168 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSG58 SGZ
MakeAudi
ModelConvertible
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2025 86,856 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

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

surface corrosion to rear underside of vehicle

Pass 18 Apr 2024 83,384 miles

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both n/s and o/s (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Apr 2023 80,997 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 16 Nov 2021 71,802 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2021 71,802 miles

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

Pass 21 Sep 2020 65,872 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Sep 2019 60,630 miles

under trays fitted obscuring some components

Fail 25 Sep 2019 60,627 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside wiper blade clicking when operated

under trays fitted obscuring some components

Pass 24 Jun 2019 59,903 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2018 54,499 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Jul 2017 49,471 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2016 41,752 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2016 41,752 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

Pass 28 Jul 2015 36,760 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2015 36,760 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Aug 2014 31,908 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2014 31,908 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 12 Aug 2013 28,132 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Fail 17 Aug 2012 23,868 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 17 Aug 2012 23,868 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2011 18,541 miles

How Reliable is the Audi Convertible?

Based on 3,407 MOT tests across 238 vehicles.

75.9%
Pass Rate
4,623
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
238
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 79
Registration plate lamp not working 56
position lamp(s) not working 36
constant velocity joint gaiter split 31
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 29
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SG58 SGZ is a 2008 Audi Convertible in Grey with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2008 Audi Convertible models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.1% with a typical mileage of 63,168 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 Convertible fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 79 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SG58 SGZ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Audi Convertible typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 18 years old, this Audi Convertible is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was SG58 SGZ registered?

SG58 SGZ is a 2008 Audi Convertible, first registered on 8 September 2008.

Is SG58 SGZ safe to buy?

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