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OV08 FPT

2008 Audi R8

Black Petrol 4163cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Nov 2026
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

60,178 mi
Last recorded60,178 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Audi R834,438 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV08 FPT
MakeAudi
ModelR8
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,163cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 21 Oct 2025 60,178 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Nov 2024 59,395 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2023 56,531 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 9 Nov 2023 56,531 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 2 Nov 2022 48,219 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2021 47,332 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2020 45,959 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2020 45,956 miles

Headlamp aim too far to the right Both (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements Both sides requirements not met. O/S has little effort (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer not working wipers not tested (3.5 (a))

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both Caliper to brake hose sections (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

oil level sensor warning

Pass 10 Jun 2019 43,155 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2019 43,155 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Pass 8 Jun 2018 39,339 miles
Pass 24 May 2017 35,186 miles

Engine cover and under tray fitted obstructing view to some components.

Pass 25 May 2016 30,730 miles
Pass 21 May 2015 26,788 miles
Fail 15 May 2015 26,788 miles

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

Pass 20 May 2014 23,220 miles
Pass 22 May 2013 20,275 miles
Pass 24 May 2012 14,978 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2012 14,353 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2012 8,692 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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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OV08 FPT is a 2008 Audi R8 in Black with a 4,163cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 OV08 FPT, 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 OV08 FPT registered?

OV08 FPT is a 2008 Audi R8, first registered on 27 March 2008.

Is OV08 FPT safe to buy?

The MOT history for OV08 FPT shows 20 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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