2008 Audi A4 2.0L Diesel · OV08 YBO

The vehicle currently presents a stable roadworthiness status following a period of intermittent testing failures. The most recent inspection conducted on 30 July 2025 at 126,792 miles passed with no defects recorded, indicating that the mechanical issues identified in previous years have been successfully addressed. While the history shows failures in 2024 and early 2025, the subsequent clean sheet suggests the owner is proactive in rectifying faults to maintain legal road standards. The mileage pattern remains consistent with a low-use vehicle of this age, averaging approximately 7,000 miles per annum. There is a notable gap of 11,129 miles between the March 2024 and March 2025 tests, followed by a rapid accumulation of 3,161 miles in the four months leading up to the July 2025 test. This surge in usage suggests the car is being driven more frequently now than in previous years. The total mileage of 126,792 miles over 18 years puts typical wear on rubber-based components and cooling-related hardware. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the components that likely caused the recent failures, specifically the braking system and lighting assemblies, which are common triggers for immediate MOT failures. Given the age of the Audi platform, a thorough check for structural corrosion on the sills and wheel arches is essential, as the MOT record does not capture surface rust until it becomes a structural concern. Inspect the suspension bushes and control arms for tearing, as these often wear out due to age-related degradation regardless of low mileage.