2011 Audi R8 4.2L Petrol · FD11 XTB

The vehicle remains roadworthy, though the maintenance trend indicates the onset of age-related wear and tear. In the most recent test in April 2026 at 35,296 miles, the tester flagged advisories for both rear brake discs and rear lower suspension arm bushes. This marks a shift from the clean records seen in the previous three years to active mechanical degradation, suggesting that components are now beginning to fail due to age despite the low mileage. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for a fifteen-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 2,353 miles per year. The data shows a significant period of minimal use between 2023 and 2025, where the car covered only 617 miles in two years. While this low mileage preserves mechanical components like the engine and drivetrain, it often leads to degradation of rubber-based parts. The 2022 test confirmed this risk, noting perished front tyres and misting shock absorbers, which are classic symptoms of a vehicle that sits for extended periods. A buyer must prioritize a physical inspection of the rear suspension assembly and braking system. The 2026 advisories for pitted and scored brake discs alongside worn suspension bushes indicate that the vehicle requires immediate attention to prevent further deterioration. The buyer should also check the shock absorbers for increased leaking to ensure the light misting noted in 2022 has progressed. Given the history of perished rubber in 2022, all tyre sidewalls and boots should be scrutinized for dry cracking, as low-use vehicles often suffer from material rot rather than tread wear.