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R8 VBF

2007 Audi R8

Black Petrol 4163cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 May 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

53,429 mi
Last recorded53,429 miles
Recorded on19 May 2026
Typical for 2007 Audi R837,835 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR8 VBF
MakeAudi
ModelR8
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,163cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 May 2026 53,429 miles

N/S/F, O/S/F, N/S/R and O/S/R tyres slightly cracking/perishing (2016)

Pass 22 May 2025 52,746 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear tyres starting to perish

Fail 8 May 2025 52,697 miles

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

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear tyres starting to perish

Pass 22 Apr 2024 52,188 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2023 51,625 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2022 51,186 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2021 48,446 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2021 48,377 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 16 Mar 2020 45,462 miles

Engine covers fitted preventing inspection of some components

Under trays fitted preventing inspection of some components

Fail 12 Mar 2020 45,462 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Engine covers fitted preventing inspection of some components

Under trays fitted preventing inspection of some components

Pass 15 Mar 2019 42,967 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2018 39,312 miles
Pass 12 May 2017 38,196 miles
Pass 13 May 2016 36,380 miles

Offside Rear tyre has a nail in the tread

Pass 19 May 2015 34,690 miles
Pass 9 May 2014 31,936 miles
Pass 24 May 2013 28,524 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2011 27,346 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2011 22,163 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2010 20,922 miles

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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 VBF is a 2007 Audi R8 in Black with a 4,163cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 VBF, 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.

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What year was R8 VBF registered?

R8 VBF is a 2007 Audi R8, first registered on 19 September 2007.

Is R8 VBF safe to buy?

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