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LM57 NXR

2008 Audi R8

Black Petrol 4163cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Aug 2027
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

127,379 mi
Last recorded127,379 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2026
Typical for 2008 Audi R834,438 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM57 NXR
MakeAudi
ModelR8
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,163cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2026 127,379 miles

Central Rear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Aug 2025 126,283 miles

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Aug 2024 124,614 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn to 3mm in tread (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn to 3mm in tread (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive around engine oil sump (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Aug 2023 121,565 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2022 118,404 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))

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

Pass 29 Jul 2021 115,727 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 27 Jul 2021 115,727 miles

Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 4 Aug 2020 112,010 miles

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 30 Jul 2019 109,137 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Aug 2018 97,856 miles

Front Non standard registration plate fitted

Offside Front Wiper blade split on ends, however clear drivers view

Offside Rear Deep cut on outer edge of tyre

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

Rear Non standard registration plate fitted

Tyre pressure monitoring warning lamp displayed on instrument cluster

Pass 2 Aug 2017 91,720 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2016 84,171 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2015 78,120 miles

Oil leak

Pass 29 Jul 2014 71,570 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2014 68,734 miles

Nearside Front Fluid suspension unit slightly deteriorated (2.4.D.1b)

Offside Front Fluid suspension unit slightly deteriorated (2.4.D.1b)

Pass 24 Jan 2013 60,942 miles

multiple cuts all tyres

Fail 13 Jan 2012 48,903 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 13 Jan 2012 48,903 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2011 42,296 miles

nearside front tyre has minor cuts in outer wall

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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LM57 NXR is a 2008 Audi R8 in Black with a 4,163cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 LM57 NXR, 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 LM57 NXR registered?

LM57 NXR is a 2008 Audi R8, first registered on 25 January 2008.

Is LM57 NXR safe to buy?

The MOT history for LM57 NXR shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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