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A4 YXW

2008 Audi A4

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Oct 2026
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

135,225 mi
Last recorded135,225 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Audi A495,161 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA4 YXW
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Oct 2025 135,225 miles

n/s/f outer cv gaiter weeping grease

Fail 20 Oct 2025 135,225 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

n/s/f outer cv gaiter weeping grease

Pass 19 Oct 2024 133,616 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2023 132,055 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2023 132,055 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 21 Oct 2022 128,758 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2021 123,859 miles

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

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

engine bay covers and under trays fitted covering some components for full inspection

Pass 17 Oct 2020 120,155 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2019 114,047 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2018 106,550 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2017 99,543 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2016 89,799 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2015 81,426 miles

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

nearside front brake pad wire hanging and warning light on dash

Pass 22 Oct 2014 72,713 miles

top arm bushes splitting

Pass 18 Oct 2013 64,168 miles

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

Fail 17 Oct 2013 64,168 miles

Centre Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

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

Pass 15 Oct 2012 54,667 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2011 44,290 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2011 44,290 miles

Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b) DANGEROUS

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

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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A4 YXW is a 2008 Audi A4 in Black with a 1,968cc 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 A4 YXW, 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

How do I check the history of A4 YXW?

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What year was A4 YXW registered?

A4 YXW is a 2008 Audi A4, first registered on 21 October 2008.

Is A4 YXW safe to buy?

The MOT history for A4 YXW shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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