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BU56 LES

2008 Audi R8

White Petrol 4163cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Oct 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

62,030 mi
Last recorded62,030 miles
Recorded on6 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Audi R834,438 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU56 LES
MakeAudi
ModelR8
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,163cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Oct 2025 62,030 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2024 61,875 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2023 61,445 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2022 60,970 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2021 59,664 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2020 58,738 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2019 58,039 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 10 Oct 2018 54,666 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2017 48,192 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2016 45,499 miles

under-trays fitted not allowing full inspection of vehicle

Pass 15 Dec 2015 39,998 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Dec 2014 34,289 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 24 Jan 2014 28,329 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2014 28,328 miles

Rear fog lamp has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.3.2b)

Nail in offside front tyre

Pass 2 Apr 2013 24,567 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2012 17,620 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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BU56 LES is a 2008 Audi R8 in White with a 4,163cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 BU56 LES, 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

How do I check the history of BU56 LES?

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What year was BU56 LES registered?

BU56 LES is a 2008 Audi R8, first registered on 22 October 2008.

Is BU56 LES safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU56 LES shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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