2007 · 17 years old at test · Petrol mostly

2007 Audi R8 MOT pass rate and common faults

263 MOT tests in 2024. 87.1% passed first time, compared with 56.9% for all cars the same age.

153Well above average
Passed first time87.1%
Failed or needed repairs12.9%
Typical mileage at test55,000

Most common reasons for failing

Share of all 263 tests where this item caused a failure.

  1. Shock absorbers: has a serious fluid leak3.4%
  2. Rear fog lamp: not working3.0%
  3. Registration plates: does not conform to the specified requirements1.1%
  4. Malfunction indicator lamp: inoperative or indicates a malfunction1.1%
  5. Headlamp aim: too high0.8%
  6. Brake pads: less than 1.5 mm thick0.8%
    2 marked dangerous
  7. Catalyst emissions: carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits0.4%
  8. Emissions not tested: unable to be completed0.4%
  9. Rigid brake pipes: connection leaking on a hydraulic braking system0.4%
    1 marked dangerous
  10. Shock absorbers: has negligible damping effect0.4%

Problem areas

Failure items found per 100 tests, by part of the car.

  1. Lights & electrics6.5%
  2. Suspension5.3%
  3. Emissions & leaks2.7%
  4. Brakes2.7%
  5. Number plates & VIN1.1%
  6. Tyres1.1%
  7. Visibility (wipers, screen, mirrors)0.8%

Most common advisories

Not failures yet, but things the tester warned about.

  1. Shock absorbers: has a serious fluid leak11.8%
  2. Tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm6.5%
  3. Tyres - condition: has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure6.1%
  4. Brake discs: in such a condition that it is seriously weakened4.9%
  5. Engine oil leaks: leaking excessively from engine4.6%

What this means if you are buying one

This model year does better than most cars its age, so it is a reasonable used buy on MOT record alone. Before buying, check the area that fails most: shock absorbers: has a serious fluid leak. Then look up the car's own MOT history on GOV.UK with its number plate, and look for repeat advisories.

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Questions

What is the MOT pass rate for a 2007 Audi R8?

In 2024, 87.1% of 2007 Audi R8 cars passed their MOT first time, across 263 tests. The average for all 17-year-old cars was 56.9%.

What are the most common MOT failures on a 2007 Audi R8?

The most common failure reasons were shock absorbers: has a serious fluid leak; rear fog lamp: not working; registration plates: does not conform to the specified requirements. The biggest problem area was lights & electrics.

Is the 2007 Audi R8 reliable at MOT time?

Its MOT Rank score is 153, which is well above average for a car of its age (100 means exactly average).