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R888 MSW

2008 Audi R8

Blue Petrol 4163cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Aug 2026
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

41,700 mi
Last recorded41,700 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2025
Typical for 2008 Audi R834,438 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR888 MSW
MakeAudi
ModelR8
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,163cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 1 Sep 2025 41,700 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2024 31,805 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2023 31,213 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2022 30,068 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2021 29,758 miles
Pass 6 May 2020 29,523 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2019 29,330 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2018 28,955 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2017 28,444 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2016 27,284 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2015 25,738 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2014 23,542 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2012 20,339 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2011 15,416 miles

both rear tyres have uneven wear on outer edge

Pass 17 Jan 2011 12,241 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 MSW is a 2008 Audi R8 in Blue with a 4,163cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 R888 MSW, 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 MSW registered?

R888 MSW is a 2008 Audi R8, first registered on 18 January 2008.

Is R888 MSW safe to buy?

The MOT history for R888 MSW shows 15 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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