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R208 BEY

2011 Audi R8

White Petrol 4163cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Mar 2025
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

45,078 mi
Last recorded45,078 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2026
Typical for 2011 Audi R827,706 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR208 BEY
MakeAudi
ModelR8
Year2011
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,163cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Fail 14 Apr 2026 45,078 miles

Emissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))

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

Headlamp aim too high both headlights (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 25 Mar 2024 42,304 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2023 42,142 miles

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Sep 2021 39,288 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2020 39,055 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2016 30,121 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2015 28,544 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside front brake pad sensor wire loose

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 16 Jun 2015 28,544 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside front brake pad sensor wire loose

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Pass 20 Jun 2014 25,389 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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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R208 BEY is a 2011 Audi R8 in White with a 4,163cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2011 Audi R8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.2% with a typical mileage of 27,706 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 R208 BEY, 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 15 years old, this Audi R8 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was R208 BEY registered?

R208 BEY is a 2011 Audi R8, first registered on 30 June 2011.

Is R208 BEY safe to buy?

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