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AB05 SRB

2009 Audi R8

Black Petrol 4163cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 May 2027
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

73,490 mi
Last recorded73,490 miles
Recorded on6 May 2026
Typical for 2009 Audi R831,969 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAB05 SRB
MakeAudi
ModelR8
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,163cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 May 2026 73,490 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2025 71,624 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Apr 2024 69,175 miles

Nearside Front Upper Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 20 Mar 2024 69,117 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Mar 2023 65,447 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2022 60,895 miles
Pass 6 May 2021 59,343 miles
Pass 20 May 2019 58,396 miles
Pass 8 May 2018 58,207 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2017 57,516 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2016 56,627 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 23 Feb 2015 54,725 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 21 Dec 2013 45,424 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 29 Dec 2012 41,358 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 27 Jan 2012 36,698 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2012 36,698 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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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AB05 SRB is a 2009 Audi R8 in Black with a 4,163cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 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 AB05 SRB, 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 AB05 SRB registered?

AB05 SRB is a 2009 Audi R8, first registered on 28 January 2009.

Is AB05 SRB safe to buy?

The MOT history for AB05 SRB shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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