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R88 SMX

2008 Audi R8

Black Petrol 4163cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Feb 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

69,989 mi
Last recorded69,989 miles
Recorded on7 Feb 2025
Typical for 2008 Audi R834,438 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR88 SMX
MakeAudi
ModelR8
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,163cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Feb 2025 69,989 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2023 69,532 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2022 69,054 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2020 67,402 miles

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

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

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Jan 2020 65,331 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2019 64,391 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear on the limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 Jan 2018 62,811 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2018 62,811 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Pass 2 Feb 2017 59,494 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2016 54,737 miles

Nearside Rear level sender out of position on the nearside rear suspension

Nearside Rear nearside rear parking brake cable and lever on caliper not returning to the stop and reading low on roller brake test

Pass 24 Feb 2015 51,161 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2014 47,268 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2013 42,859 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2012 36,981 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2011 30,065 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 SMX 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 93.3%.

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 SMX, 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 SMX registered?

R88 SMX is a 2008 Audi R8, first registered on 27 March 2008.

Is R88 SMX safe to buy?

The MOT history for R88 SMX shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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