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Y7 HTS

2008 Audi R8

White Petrol 4163cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Jan 2027
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

86,393 mi
Last recorded86,393 miles
Recorded on19 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 Audi R834,438 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY7 HTS
MakeAudi
ModelR8
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,163cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Jan 2026 86,393 miles

Coolant leak ()

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Jan 2025 83,819 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2024 79,745 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2023 72,562 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2021 70,422 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2021 70,422 miles

Rear Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))

Pass 4 Nov 2020 69,527 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2019 68,266 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2018 64,795 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2018 64,795 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 10 Oct 2017 61,439 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2016 58,362 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2015 53,579 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Oct 2014 48,767 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2013 44,060 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 10 Oct 2013 44,022 miles

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 10 Apr 2013 42,755 miles

Rear tyres wearing on outer edges

Pass 19 Jan 2012 39,651 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2011 32,032 miles

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

Offside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

o/s f tyre sid wall slight damaged

Fail 7 Jun 2011 32,032 miles

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

Offside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

o/s f tyre sid wall slight damaged

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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Y7 HTS is a 2008 Audi R8 in White with a 4,163cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 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 Y7 HTS, 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 Y7 HTS registered?

Y7 HTS is a 2008 Audi R8, first registered on 19 January 2008.

Is Y7 HTS safe to buy?

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