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SB57 LSX

2007 Audi R8

Blue Diesel 4163cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Aug 2026
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

66,627 mi
Last recorded66,627 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2025
Typical for 2007 Audi R837,835 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSB57 LSX
MakeAudi
ModelR8
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine4,163cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2025 66,627 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2024 65,078 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

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

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

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

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

Fail 21 May 2024 65,042 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension component pin or bush excessively worn Track Control Arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

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

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 19 May 2023 61,444 miles

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

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

Pass 30 May 2022 59,582 miles
Fail 30 May 2022 59,582 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 10 Oct 2020 54,500 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2019 53,650 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2018 52,835 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2017 51,651 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2016 48,261 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Aug 2015 45,151 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2014 33,988 miles

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

Pass 16 Apr 2014 29,886 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 18 Apr 2013 14,983 miles

both rear tyres wearing on outer edges

Pass 15 Nov 2012 14,127 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 8 Dec 2011 10,031 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2010 4,538 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2010 4,538 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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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SB57 LSX is a 2007 Audi R8 in Blue with a 4,163cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 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 SB57 LSX, 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 SB57 LSX registered?

SB57 LSX is a 2007 Audi R8, first registered on 2 December 2007.

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