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R88 SBO

2008 Audi R8

Blue Petrol 4163cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Nov 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

52,827 mi
Last recorded52,827 miles
Recorded on15 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Audi R834,438 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR88 SBO
MakeAudi
ModelR8
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,163cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Nov 2025 52,827 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2024 52,750 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2023 52,246 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2021 51,293 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material short section of flexi hose (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material short section of flexi hose (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 28 May 2020 48,143 miles
Fail 28 May 2020 48,143 miles

Nearside Front Hydraulic brake calliper leaking (1.1.16 (b) (i))

Pass 22 May 2019 45,987 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2017 40,068 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2016 37,357 miles
Pass 27 May 2015 28,862 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2014 26,476 miles
Pass 29 May 2013 21,157 miles
Fail 14 May 2013 21,157 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 30 Jul 2012 20,048 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2012 18,271 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2011 13,807 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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R88 SBO is a 2008 Audi R8 in Blue with a 4,163cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 R88 SBO, 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 R88 SBO registered?

R88 SBO is a 2008 Audi R8, first registered on 4 March 2008.

Is R88 SBO safe to buy?

The MOT history for R88 SBO shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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