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R8 CJU

2008 Audi R8

Black Petrol 4163cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Dec 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

46,400 mi
Last recorded46,400 miles
Recorded on16 Dec 2025
Typical for 2008 Audi R834,438 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR8 CJU
MakeAudi
ModelR8
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,163cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Dec 2025 46,400 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2024 45,508 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2023 42,753 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2022 40,666 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Under trays fitted

Fail 6 Oct 2022 40,666 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Under trays fitted

Pass 17 Sep 2021 36,946 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2020 36,255 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2019 35,167 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2018 34,449 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2017 33,970 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2016 32,825 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2015 31,050 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 24 Apr 2014 29,770 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2013 28,937 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2013 28,937 miles

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

Pass 14 Apr 2012 28,303 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2012 28,303 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 4 Mar 2011 26,498 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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R8 CJU is a 2008 Audi R8 in Black with a 4,163cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 CJU, 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 CJU registered?

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

Is R8 CJU safe to buy?

The MOT history for R8 CJU shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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