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J31 MLS

2008 Audi R8

Grey Petrol 4163cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 May 2027
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

66,773 mi
Last recorded66,773 miles
Recorded on20 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Audi R834,438 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ31 MLS
MakeAudi
ModelR8
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,163cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 May 2026 66,773 miles
Pass 22 May 2025 65,809 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 14 May 2024 63,664 miles

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

Fail 24 Jan 2024 63,662 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

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

Pass 6 Oct 2022 63,011 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2021 59,130 miles

covers and undertrays fitted not allowing a full test

Pass 28 Aug 2020 57,700 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2019 56,715 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2019 56,715 miles

Front Registration plate incorrect (0.1 (c))

Rear Registration plate incorrect (0.1 (c))

Pass 31 Aug 2018 52,328 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2017 51,042 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)

Rear Oil leak

Pass 5 Feb 2016 50,251 miles

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

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 4 Dec 2014 49,328 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2014 49,328 miles

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 11 Jan 2014 45,463 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2012 40,107 miles

Oil leak

tested wet

Pass 30 Aug 2012 39,784 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2012 39,680 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

front wipers are starting to smear

nearside front and both rear tyres are worn close to limit

Pass 30 Nov 2011 33,182 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2011 33,182 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (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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J31 MLS is a 2008 Audi R8 in Grey with a 4,163cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 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 J31 MLS, 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 J31 MLS registered?

J31 MLS is a 2008 Audi R8, first registered on 14 May 2008.

Is J31 MLS safe to buy?

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