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BN08 XLL

2008 Audi R8

Blue Petrol 4163cc
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MOT Status

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

Mileage

53,792 mi
Last recorded53,792 miles
Recorded on8 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Audi R834,438 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN08 XLL
MakeAudi
ModelR8
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,163cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 May 2026 53,792 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2025 53,414 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2024 52,778 miles

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

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

brake pad wear warning light on, pads are new

Fail 27 Feb 2024 52,773 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

brake pad wear warning light on, pads are new

Pass 20 Feb 2023 51,813 miles

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

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

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

Pass 12 Mar 2022 51,361 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2021 50,304 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2020 49,616 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2019 47,775 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2018 46,881 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2017 45,423 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2016 43,682 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2015 41,290 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2014 39,383 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2013 36,482 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2012 33,377 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2011 29,697 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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BN08 XLL is a 2008 Audi R8 in Blue 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 BN08 XLL, 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.

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What year was BN08 XLL registered?

BN08 XLL is a 2008 Audi R8, first registered on 20 March 2008.

Is BN08 XLL safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN08 XLL 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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