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BT55 CAR

2008 Audi R8

Black Petrol 4163cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Feb 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

68,573 mi
Last recorded68,573 miles
Recorded on9 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 Audi R834,438 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT55 CAR
MakeAudi
ModelR8
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,163cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Feb 2026 68,573 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2026 68,573 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 7 Feb 2025 66,846 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2024 65,494 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2023 62,894 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2022 61,047 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2021 57,009 miles
Pass 13 May 2019 48,340 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2018 44,619 miles

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

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 2 Jun 2017 42,759 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2016 39,751 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2015 34,763 miles

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 10 May 2014 30,345 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2013 24,238 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2012 19,241 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2011 11,639 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2011 11,639 miles

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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BT55 CAR 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 88.2%.

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 BT55 CAR, 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 BT55 CAR registered?

BT55 CAR is a 2008 Audi R8, first registered on 8 April 2008.

Is BT55 CAR safe to buy?

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