2007 Audi R8 · 1,177 MOT tests
2007 Audi R8 reliability
2007 Audi R8s fail 11.4% of first MOT tests, 67% fewer MOT fails than the average car its age and mileage, ranking 4 of 11 R8 years (1,177 DVSA tests, 2022 to 2024).
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- first-time fail rate (all Audi R8s: 7.7%)
- 11.4%
- first-time fail rate (all Audi R8s: 7.7%)
- fails than cars of the same age and mileage
- 67% fewer
- fails than cars of the same age and mileage
- typical miles at its MOT, aged about 16
- 56,025
- typical miles at its MOT, aged about 16
- MOT tests, 2022 to 2024
- 1,177
- MOT tests, 2022 to 2024
Year on year
2007 against the years either side
- 2008 cars: 62% fewer MOT fails than the average car its age (the 2007 car does better)
- Strong point: suspension, 79% fewer fails than comparable cars.
- Plates: a 2007 car carries a 56 plate (January–February 2007), or a 07 plate (March–August 2007), or a 57 plate (September–December 2007).
Common problems
What fails on a 2007 Audi R8
Fail rate by area
- Lights and electrics5.5%
- Suspension2.5%
- Brakes2.2%
- Exhaust, emissions and leaks1.9%
- Tyres1.5%
- Windscreen, wipers and mirrors1.3%
- Number plates and VIN0.6%
Average for cars of the same age and mileage
Top failures
Rear fog lamp not working 3.14%
A failed rear fog lamp reduces visibility in fog and leaves you less visible to following traffic, so repair it.
Shock absorber serious fluid leak 1.27%
A shock absorber leaking heavily has likely lost its damping, so the car will handle and brake less safely.
Tyre tread below 1.6mm 0.76%
Tread below 1.6mm is illegal and reduces grip in wet conditions, so the tyre must be replaced.
Brake pads worn below 1.5mm 0.51%
Pads worn below 1.5mm lose stopping power and can damage discs, so replacement is needed before the car is driven.
Engine warning light inoperative or lit 0.42%
An engine warning light that is lit or not working can hide faults, so diagnosis is needed before buying.
Side repeater not working 0.42%
A failed side repeater means other road users cannot see your intended direction change, which is dangerous and must be fixed.
Common advisories
Shock absorber light oil misting (8.5%) · Tyre worn close to legal limit (5.01%) · Brake disc pitted or scored (4.76%) · Tyre slightly damaged or cracking (4.5%) · Suspension ball joint slight play (2.72%) · Brake pipes corroded and greasy (2.55%)
Is a 2007 Audi R8 reliable?
2007 Audi R8s fail 11.4% of first MOT tests, 67% fewer MOT fails than the average car its age and mileage, ranking 4 of 11 R8 years (1,177 DVSA tests, 2022 to 2024).
What fails on a 2007 Audi R8 MOT?
Most often rear fog lamp not working (3.14% of tests), shock absorber serious fluid leak (1.27% of tests), tyre tread below 1.6mm (0.76% of tests).
How many miles should a 2007 Audi R8 have done?
At its MOT aged about 16, a typical 2007 Audi R8 shows 56,025 miles. Much higher or lower is worth asking about.
What plate is a 2007 car?
A car first registered in 2007 carries a 56 plate (January–February 2007), or a 07 plate (March–August 2007), or a 57 plate (September–December 2007).
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