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SO59 XLW

2009 Audi R8

Grey Petrol 5204cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jun 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

29,486 mi
Last recorded29,486 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2025
Typical for 2009 Audi R831,969 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSO59 XLW
MakeAudi
ModelR8
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,204cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2025 29,486 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2024 23,071 miles

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

Pass 12 Sep 2023 20,087 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2023 20,074 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 4 Oct 2022 19,632 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2021 18,984 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2020 17,663 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2019 15,935 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2018 12,744 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2017 12,240 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2016 11,906 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2015 10,845 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2014 10,417 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 23 Sep 2014 10,417 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2013 10,009 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2012 9,151 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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SO59 XLW is a 2009 Audi R8 in Grey with a 5,204cc 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 SO59 XLW, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SO59 XLW registered?

SO59 XLW is a 2009 Audi R8, first registered on 30 September 2009.

Is SO59 XLW safe to buy?

The MOT history for SO59 XLW 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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