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A7 GMS

2008 Audi R8

Black Petrol 4163cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Apr 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

52,035 mi
Last recorded52,035 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 Audi R834,438 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA7 GMS
MakeAudi
ModelR8
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,163cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Apr 2026 52,035 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2025 51,583 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Apr 2024 51,244 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2023 50,936 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2022 50,251 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2021 49,387 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2020 48,439 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2020 48,439 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 7 Oct 2019 48,261 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2018 47,581 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2017 46,354 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2016 45,024 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2015 43,694 miles

Covers & undertrays fitted

Pass 6 Oct 2014 42,014 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 25 Oct 2013 36,460 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2012 27,344 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2011 18,144 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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A7 GMS is a 2008 Audi R8 in Black with a 4,163cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 A7 GMS, 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 A7 GMS registered?

A7 GMS is a 2008 Audi R8, first registered on 31 October 2008.

Is A7 GMS safe to buy?

The MOT history for A7 GMS shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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