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VH53 DAD

2008 Audi Allroad

Red Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Mar 2027
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

159,092 mi
Last recorded159,092 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Audi Allroad106,510 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVH53 DAD
MakeAudi
ModelAllroad
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 30 Mar 2026 159,092 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2025 155,337 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Mar 2024 149,205 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2023 141,852 miles

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

Fail 31 Mar 2023 141,852 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 25 Mar 2022 131,836 miles

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

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

Fail 25 Mar 2022 131,836 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

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

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

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

Pass 23 Mar 2021 118,884 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Mar 2020 107,909 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 15 Mar 2019 89,945 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Front arm. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 17 May 2018 82,331 miles
Pass 16 May 2017 75,350 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit down to 2.5 mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 11 May 2016 69,494 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)

Fail 10 May 2016 69,494 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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)

Pass 18 May 2015 64,127 miles

EML light on dash

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

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

Fail 12 May 2014 59,487 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside front tyre wearing outside edge

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside front tyre wearing outside edge

Pass 12 May 2014 59,487 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside front tyre wearing outside edge

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside front tyre wearing outside edge

Fail 15 May 2013 54,473 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 15 May 2013 54,473 miles
Pass 22 May 2012 43,998 miles
Fail 22 May 2012 43,998 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 19 May 2011 36,195 miles

How Reliable is the Audi Allroad?

Based on 68,391 MOT tests across 4,513 vehicles.

76.8%
Pass Rate
8,894
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
4,513
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2,168
constant velocity joint gaiter split 1,380
position lamp(s) not working 783
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 766
constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc 756
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VH53 DAD is a 2008 Audi Allroad in Red with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 2008 Audi Allroad models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.8% with a typical mileage of 106,510 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 Allroad fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 2,168 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VH53 DAD, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Audi Allroad typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 18 years old, this Audi Allroad is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was VH53 DAD registered?

VH53 DAD is a 2008 Audi Allroad, first registered on 30 May 2008.

Is VH53 DAD safe to buy?

The MOT history for VH53 DAD shows 22 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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