We've only got 333 MOT tests for Audi R8 models built around 2018 (7 years old). Treat these numbers as a rough guide.
We've only seen a handful of Audi R8 models built around 2018 so far. Too few to spot a pattern yet.
Key figure
Check a car’s number plate to see its own MOT record, or come back when there’s more MOT history.
Before you view it
The Audi R8's most common MOT issues, turned into things to ask about or look for.
Check tread depth across the full width on all four; uneven wear suggests alignment or suspension issues.
Bounce-test each corner; check for oily streaks down the strut bodies.
Inspect the visibility carefully and ask the seller for repair history.
Check the car’s number plate on MOT Wise to see its own MOT history and any recalls for its build years.
By build year
Fail rates have been steady over the last three years. Use the build-year guide below to separate newer build years from older ones.
Find your R8's generation
Each card below is a different generation. Select your year and we'll highlight the match.
4.5% fail rate, built around 2018 (7 years old)
Likely between 2.7% and 7.3%
Fails less often than the average car this age (about 1 in 6 MOTs, 16.6%)
11.9% fail rate, built around 2013 (12 years old)
Likely between 7.1% and 19.3%
Fails less often than the average car this age (about 1 in 4 MOTs, 26.3%)
Not sure which one you're looking at?
Match your build year to its generation, then see the fail rates for those build years of the Audi R8.
See every build year for the Audi R8Side-by-side
Each generation is shown at 7 years old if it has at least 100 MOT tests at that age. If not, or if its cars are too new to be 7, it's shown at another age. We try ages close to 7 first. Newer generations have fewer years of data.
| Generation | Rating | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| Mk2 (4S) (2015-2023) | Excellent | 4.5%likely between 2.7% and 7.3%built around 2018 (7 years old)from 333 MOT tests at this age |
| Mk1 (42) (2007-2014) | Excellent | 11.9%likely between 7.1% and 19.3%built around 2013 (12 years old)from 109 MOT tests at this age |
Each row is one generation of the R8, shown at the age printed under its fail rate. So rows can be different ages. Fail rate is the share of MOT tests that ended in a fail, retests included. A rating is given only when there are enough tests to place the fail rate in one rating band with 95% confidence.
By age
This chart combines every Audi R8 ever sold. It's good for the big picture. For one generation, scroll up to the build-year cards.
Fail rate is the share of MOT tests that ended in a fail. Retests count as tests. How we count fail rates Build years are worked out from age, so they are approximate. Tests counted are 2025 MOTs. Highest fail rate at 17 years old.
All generations of this model
These issues come from 7-year-old Audi R8 models, every generation combined.
In order of the share of MOT tests that recorded each one
Tyre worn close to the legal limit or worn on the edge
Shock absorber has a light misting of oil
Tyre slightly damaged, cracking or perishing
Tyre has a cut that does not reach the ply or cords
Wiper blade defective
Based on 333 MOT tests on 7-year-old Audi R8 models, every generation combined.
Still registered
How many of these are still registered in the UK, and what's been recalled across the model.
Not enough registration data to show this for the Audi R8.
The share still registered can reflect demand, the cost of repairs, exports, write-offs and how owners use the car. It isn't proof of how long the car lasts mechanically.
4 of the 6 Audi R8 recalls cover cars built in these years.
Top concerns
For the exact car, check GOV.UK's recall checker with the number plate.
Like-for-like
Same body type, tested at the same age
No clear edge over the Audi R8 on these figures.
1,235 MOT tests on cars built around 2018
Same body type, tested at the same age
No clear edge over the Audi R8 on these figures.
2,547 MOT tests on cars built around 2018
Same body type, tested at the same age
No clear edge over the Audi R8 on these figures.
3,040 MOT tests on cars built around 2018
Same body type, tested at the same age
No clear edge over the Audi R8 on these figures.
2,085 MOT tests on cars built around 2018
Common questions
Built around 2018 (7 years old), the Audi R8 across all generations combined fails MOTs noticeably less often than typical for this age. This is based on 333 7-year-old MOT tests from DVSA data. Each retest counts as a test.
