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V8 XLK

2008 Audi R8

Silver Petrol 4163cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Mar 2027
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

9,439 mi
Last recorded9,439 miles
Recorded on23 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 Audi R834,438 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV8 XLK
MakeAudi
ModelR8
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,163cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 23 Feb 2026 9,439 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2025 7,133 miles
Pass 21 May 2024 7,045 miles
Pass 10 May 2023 7,005 miles
Pass 17 May 2022 6,649 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2021 6,565 miles

All brake discs pitted

All tyres perished in tread

Pass 8 Jul 2020 6,540 miles

both rear tyres starting to perish and wearing on outer edges

Pass 11 Apr 2019 5,326 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2018 5,264 miles

Both rear tyres wearing outer edges

Pass 10 Apr 2017 5,093 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2016 5,049 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2015 5,006 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2014 4,989 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2013 4,928 miles
Pass 17 May 2012 4,790 miles
Pass 25 May 2011 4,066 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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V8 XLK is a 2008 Audi R8 in Silver with a 4,163cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 V8 XLK, 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 V8 XLK registered?

V8 XLK is a 2008 Audi R8, first registered on 15 May 2008.

Is V8 XLK safe to buy?

The MOT history for V8 XLK shows 16 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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