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R8 MDU

2009 Audi R8

Black Petrol 4163cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Oct 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

62,314 mi
Last recorded62,314 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2025
Typical for 2009 Audi R831,969 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR8 MDU
MakeAudi
ModelR8
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,163cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2025 62,314 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2024 58,188 miles

Central Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Oct 2023 55,163 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

auxiliary belt perished

slight engine oil leak

Pass 18 Oct 2022 52,178 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2021 47,475 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2020 42,899 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2019 42,645 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2018 40,420 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2017 39,310 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2016 37,078 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2016 37,074 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 22 Jul 2015 24,268 miles

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 18 Jul 2014 18,494 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 8 Jul 2013 10,878 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2013 10,878 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 3 Jul 2012 6,493 miles

all four tyres badly perished between the tread

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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R8 MDU is a 2009 Audi R8 in Black with a 4,163cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2009 Audi R8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.8% with a typical mileage of 31,969 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 R8 MDU, 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 17 years old, this Audi R8 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R8 MDU registered?

R8 MDU is a 2009 Audi R8, first registered on 24 July 2009.

Is R8 MDU safe to buy?

The MOT history for R8 MDU 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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