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R8 PTU

2007 Audi R8

Grey Petrol 4163cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Sep 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

132,916 mi
Last recorded132,916 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2025
Typical for 2007 Audi R837,835 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR8 PTU
MakeAudi
ModelR8
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,163cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2025 132,916 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2024 129,967 miles
Pass 19 May 2023 77,316 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2022 76,737 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2021 75,902 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 21 Jan 2020 73,997 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2019 69,856 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2018 66,410 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2018 66,392 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 21 Mar 2017 64,335 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2016 61,559 miles

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

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

Fail 3 Mar 2016 61,559 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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

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

Pass 18 Feb 2015 59,391 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2014 47,513 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2012 25,535 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2011 21,440 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2011 19,587 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 PTU is a 2007 Audi R8 in Grey with a 4,163cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

Across all 2007 Audi R8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.2% with a typical mileage of 37,835 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 PTU, 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 19 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 PTU registered?

R8 PTU is a 2007 Audi R8, first registered on 9 November 2007.

Is R8 PTU safe to buy?

The MOT history for R8 PTU shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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