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R8 XLL

2008 Audi R8

Black Petrol 4163cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Dec 2026
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

100,349 mi
Last recorded100,349 miles
Recorded on11 Dec 2025
Typical for 2008 Audi R834,438 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Dec 2025 100,349 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2024 97,928 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2023 94,816 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Dec 2022 91,092 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2021 86,628 miles

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

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

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both - Stype type. (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 2 Dec 2020 82,099 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2020 82,099 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 22 Feb 2020 79,989 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2018 76,921 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2018 63,965 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2017 61,280 miles

Nearside Rear cut in tyre outer side

cover under vehicle

Pass 28 Jun 2016 56,725 miles

under trays fitted obstructing some components

Fail 28 Jun 2016 56,725 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

under trays fitted obstructing some components

Pass 20 May 2015 53,277 miles
Pass 26 May 2014 39,463 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2013 28,832 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 17 Aug 2012 25,198 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 17 Aug 2012 25,198 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 18 Aug 2011 19,982 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2011 15,742 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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 XLL is a 2008 Audi R8 in Black with a 4,163cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 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 XLL, 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 XLL registered?

R8 XLL is a 2008 Audi R8, first registered on 31 December 2008.

Is R8 XLL safe to buy?

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