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R888 DCW

2008 Audi R8

Red Petrol 4163cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Aug 2024
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

65,125 mi
Last recorded65,125 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2023
Typical for 2008 Audi R834,438 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR888 DCW
MakeAudi
ModelR8
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,163cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2023 65,125 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Aug 2022 61,192 miles

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

Pass 12 Aug 2021 57,840 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Jul 2020 51,574 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2019 47,114 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2019 47,114 miles

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

Pass 24 May 2018 41,762 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Mar 2017 41,155 miles

undertrays fitted

Pass 31 Oct 2015 40,158 miles

undertrays fitted at time of test

Pass 1 Oct 2014 37,843 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2013 36,622 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2013 36,622 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 9 Aug 2012 30,883 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Fail 2 Aug 2012 30,824 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

unable to inspect items due covers

Pass 10 Aug 2011 25,362 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2011 25,313 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (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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R888 DCW is a 2008 Audi R8 in Red with a 4,163cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 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 R888 DCW, 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 R888 DCW registered?

R888 DCW is a 2008 Audi R8, first registered on 5 August 2008.

Is R888 DCW safe to buy?

The MOT history for R888 DCW shows 16 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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