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OW08 BVA

2008 Audi R8

Black Petrol 4163cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Dec 2025
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

36,171 mi
Last recorded36,171 miles
Recorded on4 Dec 2024
Typical for 2008 Audi R834,438 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOW08 BVA
MakeAudi
ModelR8
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,163cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Dec 2024 36,171 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2023 30,749 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2022 30,684 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2021 30,248 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2020 28,308 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2019 27,946 miles

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

Pass 10 Oct 2018 27,439 miles

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

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Fail 10 Oct 2018 27,439 miles

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements both (0.1 (d))

Registration plate inscription missing both (0.1 (b))

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

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

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all four perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 2 Sep 2017 26,455 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2016 25,222 miles

Nearside Front tyre cracking in tread area

Offside Front tyre cracking in tread area

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Rear brake discs slightly lipped and corroded

engine cover and undertrays fitted

Pass 22 Aug 2015 22,315 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2014 21,301 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2013 18,707 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2012 12,959 miles

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

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

Fail 14 Jun 2012 12,959 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

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

Pass 1 Jul 2011 11,651 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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OW08 BVA 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 OW08 BVA, 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 OW08 BVA registered?

OW08 BVA is a 2008 Audi R8, first registered on 24 July 2008.

Is OW08 BVA safe to buy?

The MOT history for OW08 BVA shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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