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R888 LSB

2012 Audi R8

Grey Petrol 4163cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 May 2027
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

91,129 mi
Last recorded91,129 miles
Recorded on21 May 2026
Typical for 2012 Audi R823,992 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 May 2026 91,129 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

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

Pass 22 May 2025 84,152 miles

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 23 May 2024 72,661 miles

Rear both shocks appear damp

Fail 20 May 2024 72,661 miles

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

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

Rear both shocks appear damp

Pass 24 Apr 2023 56,927 miles
Pass 24 May 2022 42,208 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2021 40,977 miles

rear fog light lense cracked

Pass 26 Aug 2020 39,559 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2020 39,355 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2019 36,326 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2019 36,326 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 14 Mar 2019 33,501 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2018 29,522 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2016 28,143 miles

wipers smearing slightly

Pass 22 Jan 2016 26,590 miles

under trays and engine covers fitted

Pass 25 Sep 2015 26,226 miles

Engine covers fitted, unable to check some components

Undertrays fitted, unable to check some components

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 LSB is a 2012 Audi R8 in Grey with a 4,163cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 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 R888 LSB, 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 LSB registered?

R888 LSB is a 2012 Audi R8, first registered on 29 September 2012.

Is R888 LSB safe to buy?

The MOT history for R888 LSB 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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