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R8 GXN

2008 Audi R8

Black Petrol 4200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Aug 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

23,549 mi
Last recorded23,549 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2025
Typical for 2008 Audi R834,438 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR8 GXN
MakeAudi
ModelR8
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,200cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2025 23,549 miles

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

Pass 6 Aug 2024 23,492 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2023 23,152 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2022 22,852 miles

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

Pass 16 Aug 2021 22,442 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2020 22,003 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2019 21,677 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2018 21,243 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2017 20,750 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2016 18,298 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2015 17,536 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2014 16,880 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2013 13,078 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2013 13,078 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

nearside rear tyre has a cut in the outer sidewall

Pass 1 Jun 2012 11,197 miles
Pass 31 May 2011 9,096 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 GXN is a 2008 Audi R8 in Black with a 4,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 R8 GXN, 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 GXN registered?

R8 GXN is a 2008 Audi R8, first registered on 13 June 2008.

Is R8 GXN safe to buy?

The MOT history for R8 GXN shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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