2010 Audi R8 — MOT failures & pass rate
1,837 MOT tests on the 2010 Audi R8 are in this dataset, and 90.3% of them passed. Coupes & convertibles of a similar age fail 19.1% of the time, so this is 9.5pp better than the group it competes with. Failures cluster in lighting & signalling, suspension and brakes.
What the MOT record shows
No single area dominates — lighting & signalling (4.8%) and suspension (2.3%) are close, so failures are spread across several systems rather than one weak point.
At component level the recurring items are rear fog lamp, shock absorbers and registration plates — rear fog lamp alone was recorded 69 times.
Mileage matters less than usual here: the 2010 R8 fails 8.5% of the time in the 0-30k band and 11.3% at 60-90k, a spread of only 2.8 points.
Tyres is the most common advisory, noted on 11.6% of tests — work that passed today but is likely due soon.
The trend is improving — the fail rate fell from 10.3% in 2021 to 8.4% in 2025, as the worst-kept examples leave the fleet.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lighting & signalling | 4.8% | 88 |
| 2 | Suspension | 2.3% | 43 |
| 3 | Brakes | 2.1% | 38 |
| 4 | Tyres | 2.0% | 36 |
| 5 | Other defects | 1.4% | 26 |
| 6 | Emissions & environmental | 1.1% | 20 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Rear fog lamp | 69 |
| 2 | Shock absorbers | 49 |
| 3 | Registration plates | 43 |
| 4 | Tread depth | 26 |
| 5 | Headlamp aim | 22 |
| 6 | Fuel cap/sealing device | 13 |
Top advisory categories
Advisories aren't failures, but they flag work likely needed soon — useful when budgeting.
| # | Category | % of tests with advisory | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 11.6% | 213 |
| 2 | Brakes | 10.5% | 193 |
| 3 | Suspension | 8.2% | 150 |
| 4 | Visibility | 2.9% | 53 |
| 5 | Emissions & environmental | 2.7% | 50 |
| 6 | Other defects | 1.5% | 27 |
Failure rate by mileage
Higher-mileage cars tend to fail more — often the most useful guide to real condition.
| Mileage band | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 0-30k | 564 | 8.5% |
| 30-60k | 1,104 | 10.1% |
| 60-90k | 159 | 11.3% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 390 | 10.3% |
| 2022 | 379 | 10.8% |
| 2023 | 366 | 8.7% |
| 2024 | 355 | 10.1% |
| 2025 | 347 | 8.4% |
What to check before buying a 2010 R8
The failure pattern for this year is specific enough to inspect against: lighting & signalling accounted for 4.8% of tests. Start there.
- Lighting & signalling (4.8% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Suspension (2.3% of tests): Worn drop links, bushes, springs or shocks — listen for knocks over bumps and check for uneven tyre wear. Typical repair: £150–£450 per corner.
- Brakes (2.1% of tests): Pads/discs are routine wear; binding, imbalance or corroded pipes are more serious — test for pulling under braking. Typical repair: £100–£350 per axle.
Repair costs are rough UK ballpark ranges to set expectations, not quotes — actual prices vary widely by car, parts and garage.
Frequently asked questions
How many 2010 Audi R8s pass their MOT?
90.3% of the 1,837 2010 Audi R8 MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 9.7% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2010 Audi R8?
Lighting & signalling, recorded in 4.8% of tests, followed by suspension (2.3%).
Does the 2010 R8 get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 8.5% in the 0-30k band to 11.3% in the 60-90k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 1,837 MOT tests. Dataset: DVSA MOT testing data (2021,2022,2023,2024,2025). Data last updated 2026-07-27. Figures reflect MOT-testable defects only — read the methodology for how these are calculated and what they don't measure.