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GY08 VBG

2008 Audi R8

Grey Petrol 4163cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jun 2024
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

31,936 mi
Last recorded31,936 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2023
Typical for 2008 Audi R834,438 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGY08 VBG
MakeAudi
ModelR8
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,163cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2023 31,936 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2023 31,931 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded on flexy (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded On flexy (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 30 Jun 2022 31,580 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2021 31,224 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2020 29,793 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2017 23,275 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2017 22,920 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)

undertray covers not allowing full inspection.

Pass 23 Feb 2016 21,555 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2015 21,015 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2014 18,150 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2013 14,873 miles

all 4 tyres perished

Pass 22 Feb 2012 11,315 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2011 8,699 miles

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

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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GY08 VBG is a 2008 Audi R8 in Grey with a 4,163cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 GY08 VBG, 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.

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What year was GY08 VBG registered?

GY08 VBG is a 2008 Audi R8, first registered on 20 March 2008.

Is GY08 VBG safe to buy?

The MOT history for GY08 VBG 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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