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JEF 1L

2008 Audi R8

Grey Petrol 4163cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Jul 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

50,555 mi
Last recorded50,555 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2026
Typical for 2008 Audi R834,438 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJEF 1L
MakeAudi
ModelR8
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,163cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Jul 2026 50,555 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2024 50,240 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2023 49,903 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2022 49,274 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2021 48,218 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2020 47,369 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2019 44,955 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2018 43,724 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2017 42,028 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2016 39,478 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2016 39,478 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 28 Mar 2015 37,878 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2014 36,123 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 20 Mar 2013 33,564 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2012 29,882 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2011 20,394 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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JEF 1L is a 2008 Audi R8 in Grey with a 4,163cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 JEF 1L, 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 JEF 1L?

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What year was JEF 1L registered?

JEF 1L is a 2008 Audi R8, first registered on 22 January 2008.

Is JEF 1L safe to buy?

The MOT history for JEF 1L shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does JEF 1L have outstanding finance?

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