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VA18 VAJ

2018 Audi R8

Red Petrol 5204cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Oct 2026
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

3,999 mi
Last recorded3,999 miles
Recorded on19 Sep 2025
Typical for 2018 Audi R815,631 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVA18 VAJ
MakeAudi
ModelR8
Year2018
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,204cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Sep 2025 3,999 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2024 3,816 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2024 3,816 miles

Front Registration plate missing (0.1 (a))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 10 Oct 2023 3,530 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2022 2,575 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2021 2,120 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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VA18 VAJ is a 2018 Audi R8 in Red with a 5,204cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2018 Audi R8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 93.7% with a typical mileage of 15,631 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 VA18 VAJ, 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 8 years old, this Audi R8 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of VA18 VAJ?

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What year was VA18 VAJ registered?

VA18 VAJ is a 2018 Audi R8, first registered on 18 August 2018.

Is VA18 VAJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for VA18 VAJ shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does VA18 VAJ have outstanding finance?

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