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R888 ASB

2008 Audi R8

Black Petrol 4163cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jul 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

47,797 mi
Last recorded47,797 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 Audi R834,438 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR888 ASB
MakeAudi
ModelR8
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,163cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2026 47,797 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2025 46,228 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated Steel section to calliper (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated Steel section to calliper (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 3 Jun 2024 44,920 miles
Fail 30 May 2024 44,917 miles

Offside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 Jul 2023 43,778 miles
Fail 30 May 2023 43,738 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Sep 2021 41,435 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2019 37,031 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Feb 2017 26,336 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2016 25,382 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2015 24,651 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 4 Mar 2014 23,708 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2013 22,062 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2012 18,137 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2011 13,908 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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R888 ASB is a 2008 Audi R8 in Black with a 4,163cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 R888 ASB, 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 R888 ASB registered?

R888 ASB is a 2008 Audi R8, first registered on 10 March 2008.

Is R888 ASB safe to buy?

The MOT history for R888 ASB shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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