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R8 LKX

2012 Audi R8

White Petrol 4163cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Mar 2027
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

39,224 mi
Last recorded39,224 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2026
Typical for 2012 Audi R823,992 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR8 LKX
MakeAudi
ModelR8
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,163cc
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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2026 39,224 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2026 39,224 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 13 May 2025 37,566 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2024 35,159 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2023 34,811 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2022 34,303 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 8 May 2020 31,336 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2019 27,554 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Outer sidewall. (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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))

Pass 1 Mar 2018 23,483 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2017 18,269 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2016 12,777 miles

trims and covers restricting view of components

Fail 23 Feb 2016 12,777 miles

Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

trims and covers restricting view of components

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 LKX is a 2012 Audi R8 in White with a 4,163cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2012 Audi R8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.0% with a typical mileage of 23,992 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 LKX, 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 14 years old, this Audi R8 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was R8 LKX registered?

R8 LKX is a 2012 Audi R8, first registered on 28 September 2012.

Is R8 LKX safe to buy?

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