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VR10 BEN

2012 Audi R8

Grey Petrol 5204cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Mar 2027
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

47,045 mi
Last recorded47,045 miles
Recorded on17 Mar 2026
Typical for 2012 Audi R823,992 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVR10 BEN
MakeAudi
ModelR8
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,204cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Mar 2026 47,045 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2025 46,970 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2024 46,364 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2023 43,886 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2022 40,861 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2020 40,789 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2020 40,708 miles

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

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

Pass 1 May 2019 36,299 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2018 36,149 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2017 23,329 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak ()

under trays fitted, [not allowing full inspection]

Pass 13 Oct 2016 20,125 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2015 15,178 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2015 15,178 miles

Offside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick Handbrake (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Inner Brake pad breaking up / cracking

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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VR10 BEN is a 2012 Audi R8 in Grey with a 5,204cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 2012 Audi R8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.0% with a typical mileage of 23,992 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 VR10 BEN, 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 14 years old, this Audi R8 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VR10 BEN registered?

VR10 BEN is a 2012 Audi R8, first registered on 18 October 2012.

Is VR10 BEN safe to buy?

The MOT history for VR10 BEN shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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