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E3 ADS

2012 Audi R8

Blue Petrol 5204cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Jun 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

45,182 mi
Last recorded45,182 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2026
Typical for 2012 Audi R823,992 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE3 ADS
MakeAudi
ModelR8
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,204cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2026 45,182 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Power steering component has slight seepage from a component Rack boot (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 9 Jun 2025 41,885 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material on caliper (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material On caliper (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 11 Jun 2024 37,577 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2023 36,846 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2022 35,305 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2022 35,305 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Nov 2021 32,061 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2020 31,736 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2019 30,147 miles

vehicle fitted with various under trays obscuring some components

Pass 9 Feb 2018 24,364 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2017 17,637 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2016 12,912 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2015 11,829 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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E3 ADS is a 2012 Audi R8 in Blue with a 5,204cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 2012 Audi R8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.0% with a typical mileage of 23,992 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 E3 ADS, 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 14 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 E3 ADS registered?

E3 ADS is a 2012 Audi R8, first registered on 28 February 2012.

Is E3 ADS safe to buy?

The MOT history for E3 ADS shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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