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YC08 YYX

2008 Audi R8

Grey Petrol 4163cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Sep 2026
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

42,863 mi
Last recorded42,863 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2025
Typical for 2008 Audi R834,438 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC08 YYX
MakeAudi
ModelR8
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,163cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Sep 2025 42,863 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 13 Apr 2023 42,233 miles

both screen wash jets slightly blocked

parking brake only just reached 16%

Pass 1 Apr 2022 41,859 miles

slight oil leak from n/s of engine

Pass 31 Mar 2021 41,427 miles

Nearside Front Lower Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Lower Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 1 May 2019 41,231 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 11 Apr 2018 40,421 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2017 38,367 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2016 33,993 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2015 31,895 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2014 26,239 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2013 21,949 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 27 Apr 2012 10,072 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2011 9,459 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2011 9,348 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

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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YC08 YYX is a 2008 Audi R8 in Grey with a 4,163cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 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 YC08 YYX, 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 YC08 YYX registered?

YC08 YYX is a 2008 Audi R8, first registered on 23 April 2008.

Is YC08 YYX safe to buy?

The MOT history for YC08 YYX shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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