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R8 VXM

2012 Audi R8

Grey Petrol 5204cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jul 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

37,335 mi
Last recorded37,335 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2026
Typical for 2012 Audi R823,992 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR8 VXM
MakeAudi
ModelR8
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,204cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2026 37,335 miles

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 2 Jul 2026 37,335 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Jul 2025 36,609 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2025 36,609 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 27 Jun 2024 35,596 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2023 35,185 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2022 34,743 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2021 33,820 miles
Pass 21 May 2020 29,648 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2019 24,102 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2019 24,102 miles

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

Pass 12 Jun 2018 20,224 miles
Pass 27 May 2017 18,013 miles
Pass 31 May 2016 16,304 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 28 May 2015 13,010 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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R8 VXM is a 2012 Audi R8 in Grey with a 5,204cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 R8 VXM, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R8 VXM registered?

R8 VXM is a 2012 Audi R8, first registered on 29 May 2012.

Is R8 VXM safe to buy?

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