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TM 5503

2012 Audi R8

Black Petrol 4163cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Apr 2027
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

17,426 mi
Last recorded17,426 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2026
Typical for 2012 Audi R823,992 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTM 5503
MakeAudi
ModelR8
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,163cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2026 17,426 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2025 16,823 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2024 16,689 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2022 16,464 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2021 16,090 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2020 15,849 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2020 15,849 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 8 Nov 2019 11,160 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2019 11,160 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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 1 Aug 2018 5,341 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2017 4,917 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2016 4,567 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2015 3,958 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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TM 5503 is a 2012 Audi R8 in Black with a 4,163cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 TM 5503, 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 TM 5503 registered?

TM 5503 is a 2012 Audi R8, first registered on 27 September 2012.

Is TM 5503 safe to buy?

The MOT history for TM 5503 shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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