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XJ05 EFJ

2009 Audi R8

Blue Petrol 5204cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Nov 2026
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

42,247 mi
Last recorded42,247 miles
Recorded on25 Nov 2025
Typical for 2009 Audi R831,969 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXJ05 EFJ
MakeAudi
ModelR8
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,204cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Nov 2025 42,247 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2024 41,472 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2023 40,821 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2022 39,253 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2020 37,260 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 26 Oct 2019 34,337 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2018 32,302 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2017 30,779 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2016 28,878 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2016 28,878 miles

registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Pass 10 Aug 2015 26,840 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2014 24,296 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 1 Nov 2013 20,459 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2012 17,783 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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XJ05 EFJ is a 2009 Audi R8 in Blue with a 5,204cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 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 XJ05 EFJ, 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 XJ05 EFJ registered?

XJ05 EFJ is a 2009 Audi R8, first registered on 26 October 2009.

Is XJ05 EFJ safe to buy?

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