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RS09 POS

2009 Audi R8

Red Petrol 4163cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Dec 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

8,745 mi
Last recorded8,745 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2025
Typical for 2009 Audi R831,969 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRS09 POS
MakeAudi
ModelR8
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,163cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Nov 2025 8,745 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2025 8,739 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 26 Nov 2024 8,627 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 27 Nov 2023 8,501 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2022 8,452 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2021 8,374 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Nov 2020 7,875 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2019 7,596 miles

handbrake lever has little reserve travel

Fail 4 Jun 2019 7,591 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint so worn it is likely to fail (6.1.7 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

handbrake lever has little reserve travel

Pass 7 Jun 2018 7,347 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2017 6,882 miles
Pass 26 May 2016 6,518 miles
Pass 27 May 2015 6,336 miles

offside rear handbrake caliper lever is near to its end of it's available travel when applied.

Pass 29 May 2014 5,128 miles

Limited access to vehicle underbody due to fitment of large belly pans partial exam possible only.

Pass 23 May 2013 4,878 miles

passenger air bag switched off

Pass 22 May 2012 4,600 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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RS09 POS is a 2009 Audi R8 in Red with a 4,163cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2009 Audi R8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.8% with a typical mileage of 31,969 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 RS09 POS, 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 17 years old, this Audi R8 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was RS09 POS registered?

RS09 POS is a 2009 Audi R8, first registered on 23 May 2009.

Is RS09 POS safe to buy?

The MOT history for RS09 POS shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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