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L888 BBT

2008 Audi R8

Black Petrol 4163cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Aug 2027
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

49,552 mi
Last recorded49,552 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2026
Typical for 2008 Audi R834,438 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL888 BBT
MakeAudi
ModelR8
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,163cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Aug 2026 49,552 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2024 47,752 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2023 46,668 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2022 44,387 miles

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

Pass 26 Nov 2021 40,944 miles

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

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 26 Nov 2021 40,944 miles

Central Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Sep 2020 38,470 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2019 32,742 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2018 30,079 miles

engine covers fitted

undertrays fitted

Fail 1 Mar 2018 30,079 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

engine covers fitted

undertrays fitted

Pass 12 Aug 2016 27,893 miles

engine covers and under trays fitted

nearside front tyre worn low

Pass 29 Aug 2015 26,514 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2014 25,105 miles

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

Pass 7 Aug 2013 23,521 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2012 22,253 miles
Pass 19 May 2011 18,918 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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L888 BBT is a 2008 Audi R8 in Black with a 4,163cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 L888 BBT, 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 L888 BBT registered?

L888 BBT is a 2008 Audi R8, first registered on 30 May 2008.

Is L888 BBT safe to buy?

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