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AU14 OVL

2014 Audi A3

Red Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Apr 2027
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

72,188 mi
Last recorded72,188 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2026
Typical for 2014 Audi A363,460 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU14 OVL
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2014
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2026 72,188 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Feb 2025 70,772 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened HEAVILY DETERIORATED (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Mar 2024 69,094 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both rear lower (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Feb 2023 67,198 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2022 63,122 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2022 63,122 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil HEAVY OIL LEAK (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 4 Mar 2021 61,270 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 4 Mar 2021 61,270 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 9 Mar 2020 59,978 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

body covers fitted

Pass 22 Feb 2019 58,322 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2018 55,769 miles

Manufactures engine and body covers fitted restricting inspection of components

Pass 21 Feb 2017 50,091 miles

How Reliable is the Audi A3?

Based on 7,415,025 MOT tests across 593,922 vehicles.

78.0%
Pass Rate
7,083
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
593,922
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 173,142
Stop lamp not working 65,421
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 58,420
Registration plate lamp not working 52,417
coil spring broken 45,761
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AU14 OVL is a 2014 Audi A3 in Red with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2014 Audi A3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.8% with a typical mileage of 63,460 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Audi A3 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 173,142 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AU14 OVL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Audi A3 typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 12 years old, this Audi A3 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was AU14 OVL registered?

AU14 OVL is a 2014 Audi A3, first registered on 11 March 2014.

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