2008 Audi A4 4.2L Petrol · HW57 DWZ
2008 Audi A4 (4.2L, petrol). First registered 31 Dec 2008. Recorded mileage 88,370 miles. MOT expired on 30 Jul 2026.
- Make & Model
- AUDI A4
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Portsmouth
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 30 Jul 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 88,370 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 4.2L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
Thinking of buying this vehicle? Free MOT and tax checks do not cover legal ownership. If outstanding finance exists, finance companies have legal right to repossess without compensation.
HW57 DWZ Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 16/07/2025
- 88,370 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
HW57 DWZ MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2008 Audi A4 (HW57 DWZ) between July 2023 and July 2025.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 16 July 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
HW57 DWZ Mileage History
- 24/07/202370,083 mi
- 26/07/202370,083 mi
- 15/07/202479,716 mi+9,633 mi
- 15/07/202479,716 mi
- 16/07/202588,370 mi+8,654 mi
Average of roughly 9,239 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
Technical Specifications
Core Specifications
Identification & Status
Dimensions & Weights
Diagnostic & Valuation Intelligence
Estimate current market value
Generate an instant valuation benchmark based on live market listings, vehicle mileage, and recent dealer auction figures.
Known faults for Audi Audi A4 Mk3 (B7)
Our database tracks 5 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
Verify lender finance agreements, insurance write-offs, police stolen registers, and mileage rollback.
Similar Vehicles
Similar Vehicles Checked Recently
Plate Neighbors
Batch Registration Neighbors (HW57 Series)
Vehicles registered in the same regional DVLA batch as HW57DWZ.
HONDA
XL 125 V-7
HONDA
CBR 125 RW-6
HONDA
CBR 125 RS-6
HONDA
XR 125 L-6
HONDA
CBF 1000 A-7
MITSUBISHI
I
PERODUA
MYVI
PERODUA
MYVI
PERODUA
MYVI
PERODUA
MYVI
PERODUA
KELISA
SUZUKI
FL 125 S DW K7 ADDRESS
AUDI A4 Model Intelligence & Reliability
Verified MOT failure trends, buying advice, and technical directory specifications.
Owner-reported defects, recurring MOT failure points, and estimated repair costs.
Browse production generations, registration statistics, and trim variants.
Historical MOT pass rates and DVLA records for 2008 model year cars.
- Oil Pump / Balance Shaft FailureSerious
The hex drive for the oil pump rounds off, leading to instant loss of oil pressure and engine seizure.
- 2.0 TDI Cylinder Head CrackingSerious
Early 2.0 TDI engines with head casting numbers V330, V320, V125 and V130 are prone to cylinder head cracking, causing coolant loss and overheating.
- DPF Clogging and Regeneration FailureModerate
Town-driven diesel cars struggle to regenerate the DPF, leading to warning lights, limp mode and expensive DPF cleaning or replacement.
Regional DVLA Registration Directory
Vehicles and registration batches issued by regional DVLA offices across the UK.
Recently Checked UK Vehicles
Live vehicle history checks and MOT records recently queried by UK car buyers.