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R888 DSA

2012 Audi R8

Grey Petrol 4163cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Aug 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

56,045 mi
Last recorded56,045 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2025
Typical for 2012 Audi R823,992 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR888 DSA
MakeAudi
ModelR8
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,163cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Aug 2025 56,045 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2024 52,634 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Jul 2023 50,225 miles

Front Items removed from driver's view prior to test turtle removed ()

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Jul 2022 48,008 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2021 45,748 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2020 43,394 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2020 43,382 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 12 Feb 2019 42,423 miles

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

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

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

Pass 13 Dec 2017 39,204 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2017 36,470 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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

Pass 27 Jul 2016 27,482 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2016 25,031 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2015 17,741 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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R888 DSA is a 2012 Audi R8 in Grey with a 4,163cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 2012 Audi R8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.0% with a typical mileage of 23,992 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 R888 DSA, 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 14 years old, this Audi R8 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was R888 DSA registered?

R888 DSA is a 2012 Audi R8, first registered on 22 June 2012.

Is R888 DSA safe to buy?

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