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R8 MLU

2008 Audi R8

Black Petrol 4163cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Mar 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

26,164 mi
Last recorded26,164 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Audi R834,438 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Mar 2026 26,164 miles

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All 4 tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 26 Mar 2025 26,019 miles

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 15 Mar 2024 25,871 miles

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 10 Feb 2023 25,825 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2022 25,657 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2020 25,434 miles

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Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Jun 2019 25,107 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Jun 2018 24,256 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2017 23,052 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2015 21,664 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2015 21,654 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside rear Tyre has started to develop small cracks in the tread

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

Pass 22 Jul 2014 20,223 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2013 17,595 miles

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

Pass 25 Jun 2012 14,688 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2011 9,680 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 MLU 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 R8 MLU, 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.

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What year was R8 MLU registered?

R8 MLU is a 2008 Audi R8, first registered on 12 June 2008.

Is R8 MLU safe to buy?

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