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L17 REN

2008 Audi R8

Red Petrol 4163cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Dec 2025
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

25,680 mi
Last recorded25,680 miles
Recorded on3 Dec 2024
Typical for 2008 Audi R834,438 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL17 REN
MakeAudi
ModelR8
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,163cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Dec 2024 25,680 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2023 25,383 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2022 24,555 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2021 23,634 miles

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

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

covers prevent the inspection of some parts

Pass 19 Mar 2020 22,789 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2019 22,139 miles

Covers fitted not allowing a full inspection .

Fail 16 May 2018 22,095 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

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

Pass 8 May 2017 20,758 miles

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

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

under shields fitted

Pass 19 May 2016 19,475 miles

Engine covers fitted

Under trays fitted

Pass 19 May 2015 17,478 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2014 15,622 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2013 13,228 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2012 10,539 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2011 7,327 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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L17 REN is a 2008 Audi R8 in Red with a 4,163cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 L17 REN, 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 L17 REN registered?

L17 REN is a 2008 Audi R8, first registered on 12 April 2008.

Is L17 REN safe to buy?

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