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BJ16 XJN

2016 Audi R8

Black Petrol 5204cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jan 2027
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

47,493 mi
Last recorded47,493 miles
Recorded on22 Jan 2026
Typical for 2016 Audi R821,217 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ16 XJN
MakeAudi
ModelR8
Year2016
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,204cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Jan 2026 47,493 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil Strong advise (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil Strong advise (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil Strong advise (5.3.2 (b))

TPMS light on

Fail 20 Jan 2026 47,423 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil Strong advise (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil Strong advise (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil Strong advise (5.3.2 (b))

TPMS light on

Pass 23 Jan 2025 40,746 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2024 33,936 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2022 24,710 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2022 23,037 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2021 21,058 miles

Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test (3.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

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

Pass 13 Mar 2020 19,197 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2019 16,201 miles

How Reliable is the Audi R8?

Based on 51,688 MOT tests across 5,185 vehicles.

89.2%
Pass Rate
1,984
Miles/Year
19
Year Lifespan
5,185
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 601
Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak 403
fog lamp not working 360
registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced 269
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BJ16 XJN is a 2016 Audi R8 in Black with a 5,204cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2016 Audi R8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 93.9% with a typical mileage of 21,217 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 R8 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 601 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BJ16 XJN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Audi R8 typically stays on UK roads for around 19 years. At 10 years old, this Audi R8 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BJ16 XJN registered?

BJ16 XJN is a 2016 Audi R8, first registered on 23 March 2016.

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