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R2 EXE

2008 Audi A8

Black Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Sep 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

129,240 mi
Last recorded129,240 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2025
Typical for 2008 Audi A897,077 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR2 EXE
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Sep 2025 129,240 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2024 122,938 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2023 119,096 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2022 115,080 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Jun 2021 108,254 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2020 90,279 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2019 75,450 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2019 121,389 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Jul 2018 72,118 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2017 66,051 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2016 61,537 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2015 53,470 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2014 46,116 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2013 36,420 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2012 27,751 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2011 19,717 miles

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

Pass 3 Mar 2011 19,717 miles

How Reliable is the Audi A8?

Based on 262,460 MOT tests across 23,764 vehicles.

82.1%
Pass Rate
7,524
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
23,764
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 6,319
constant velocity joint gaiter split 2,947
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 2,681
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 2,652
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 2,244
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R2 EXE is a 2008 Audi A8 in Black with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

Across all 2008 Audi A8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.7% with a typical mileage of 97,077 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Audi A8 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 6,319 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R2 EXE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Audi A8 typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 18 years old, this Audi A8 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R2 EXE registered?

R2 EXE is a 2008 Audi A8, first registered on 11 March 2008.

Is R2 EXE safe to buy?

The MOT history for R2 EXE shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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