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W5 SHO

2012 Audi R8

White Petrol 4163cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Sep 2026
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

11,866 mi
Last recorded11,866 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2025
Typical for 2012 Audi R823,992 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW5 SHO
MakeAudi
ModelR8
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,163cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 9 Sep 2025 11,866 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 11 Jul 2024 11,511 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2023 11,129 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2022 10,820 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2021 10,400 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2020 9,936 miles

Engine covers, under trays fitted.

Pass 8 Jan 2019 8,982 miles

Under trays fitted.

Pass 15 Jan 2018 7,754 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2017 6,139 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2016 4,564 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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W5 SHO is a 2012 Audi R8 in White with a 4,163cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 W5 SHO, 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 W5 SHO registered?

W5 SHO is a 2012 Audi R8, first registered on 31 October 2012.

Is W5 SHO safe to buy?

The MOT history for W5 SHO shows 10 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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