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R8 BXD

2008 Audi R8

Grey Petrol 4163cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jun 2026
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

35,563 mi
Last recorded35,563 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2025
Typical for 2008 Audi R834,438 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR8 BXD
MakeAudi
ModelR8
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,163cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2025 35,563 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2024 33,987 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2023 33,656 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2022 33,008 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2020 31,289 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2019 31,212 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2018 28,782 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2017 28,403 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2016 27,435 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2015 26,661 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2014 22,790 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2014

Nearside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Fail 2 Sep 2014 22,785 miles

Nearside Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

Offside Indicator tell tale inoperative (1.4.A.2a)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

nearside suspension squeeking

Fail 1 Jul 2013 12,484 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 1 Jul 2013 12,484 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 16 Mar 2012 7,028 miles

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

slight smear from the front wiper blades

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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R8 BXD is a 2008 Audi R8 in Grey with a 4,163cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 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 R8 BXD, 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 R8 BXD registered?

R8 BXD is a 2008 Audi R8, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is R8 BXD safe to buy?

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