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GP08 HXU

2008 Audi R8

Grey Petrol 4163cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Apr 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

61,689 mi
Last recorded61,689 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2025
Typical for 2008 Audi R834,438 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGP08 HXU
MakeAudi
ModelR8
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,163cc
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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2025 61,689 miles

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

Pass 4 Apr 2024 61,216 miles

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

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

Pass 31 Mar 2023 60,512 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2022 59,453 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2020 56,988 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Rear Suspension rod ball joint has slight play track control arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 22 Nov 2019 54,949 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Nov 2018 51,299 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2018 50,137 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2016 49,808 miles

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

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

Pass 6 May 2015 47,670 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

rear handbrake pads low

Pass 22 Jan 2014 40,181 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2014 40,176 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 17 May 2013 32,254 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2012 21,961 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2011 14,612 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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GP08 HXU is a 2008 Audi R8 in Grey with a 4,163cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 2008 Audi R8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.8% with a typical mileage of 34,438 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 GP08 HXU, 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 18 years old, this Audi R8 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of GP08 HXU?

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What year was GP08 HXU registered?

GP08 HXU is a 2008 Audi R8, first registered on 12 June 2008.

Is GP08 HXU safe to buy?

The MOT history for GP08 HXU shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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