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J44 YCA

2009 Audi R8

Grey Petrol 4163cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Sep 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

50,475 mi
Last recorded50,475 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2025
Typical for 2009 Audi R831,969 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ44 YCA
MakeAudi
ModelR8
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,163cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2025 50,475 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2024 49,943 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2024 49,941 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Aug 2023 48,042 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2023 48,036 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated metal pipe. (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated metal pipe. (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 16 Sep 2022 45,739 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 17 Sep 2021 42,924 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2020 42,589 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2019 41,663 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2018 40,006 miles

front reg plate beginning to come off

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

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

Rear Wheels tight to turn, wheel bearings not tested

Pass 20 Dec 2017 38,325 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2016 35,815 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2015 33,238 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2014 30,475 miles

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

Pass 18 Nov 2013 27,229 miles

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

Pass 22 Nov 2012 23,080 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

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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J44 YCA is a 2009 Audi R8 in Grey with a 4,163cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2009 Audi R8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.8% with a typical mileage of 31,969 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 J44 YCA, 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 17 years old, this Audi R8 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was J44 YCA registered?

J44 YCA is a 2009 Audi R8, first registered on 25 June 2009.

Is J44 YCA safe to buy?

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