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SA08 HKU

2008 Audi R8

Blue Petrol 4163cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Apr 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

18,894 mi
Last recorded18,894 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 Audi R834,438 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSA08 HKU
MakeAudi
ModelR8
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,163cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2026 18,894 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2023 18,839 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2022 18,155 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2022 18,083 miles

Offside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

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

Pass 14 Apr 2021 17,302 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2020 16,739 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 24 Apr 2019 15,681 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2018 14,422 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2017 13,596 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2016 11,987 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2015 11,669 miles

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

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

Offside Front 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 10 Apr 2014 11,202 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2013 10,434 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2012 8,741 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2011 6,654 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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SA08 HKU is a 2008 Audi R8 in Blue 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 SA08 HKU, 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 SA08 HKU registered?

SA08 HKU is a 2008 Audi R8, first registered on 30 April 2008.

Is SA08 HKU safe to buy?

The MOT history for SA08 HKU shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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