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LM08 UYJ

2008 Audi R8

Black Petrol 4163cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jan 2026
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

75,606 mi
Last recorded75,606 miles
Recorded on2 Jan 2025
Typical for 2008 Audi R834,438 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM08 UYJ
MakeAudi
ModelR8
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,163cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Jan 2025 75,606 miles
Fail 24 Dec 2024 75,604 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake disc fractured (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Brake disc fractured (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 10 Nov 2022 71,659 miles

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

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 16 Nov 2021 70,439 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Jun 2020 69,422 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2019 68,500 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2019 68,485 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 19 Sep 2017 65,661 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2016 57,114 miles

both front tyres lightly perished

Pass 3 Jun 2016 56,287 miles

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

Nearside Rear handbrake pads low

Pass 18 Apr 2015 51,702 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2014 44,730 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 7 May 2013 40,147 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 4 May 2012 37,307 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 8 Apr 2011 35,677 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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LM08 UYJ is a 2008 Audi R8 in Black with a 4,163cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 LM08 UYJ, 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

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What year was LM08 UYJ registered?

LM08 UYJ is a 2008 Audi R8, first registered on 30 April 2008.

Is LM08 UYJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for LM08 UYJ shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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