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SW14 DHZ

2014 Audi S3

Red Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Oct 2026
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

62,644 mi
Last recorded62,644 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2025
Typical for 2014 Audi S353,898 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSW14 DHZ
MakeAudi
ModelS3
Year2014
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Oct 2025 62,644 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2024 60,118 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 23 Oct 2023 58,376 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2022 56,748 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2022 56,723 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe connection leaking on a hydraulic braking system connection onto caliper (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre peice of metal ()

Pass 8 Oct 2021 54,137 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rearmost bush starting to separate from metal casing (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rearmost bush starting to separate from metal casing (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Oct 2020 50,522 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2020 50,522 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Apr 2019 41,808 miles

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

Offside Front Inner brake pad worn close to wear indicator

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Apr 2018 35,965 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2017 29,147 miles

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

How Reliable is the Audi S3?

Based on 81,317 MOT tests across 5,994 vehicles.

78.6%
Pass Rate
5,967
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
5,994
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2,395
Headlamp aim too low 990
coil spring broken 786
position lamp(s) not working 714
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 661
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SW14 DHZ is a 2014 Audi S3 in Red with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 2014 Audi S3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.4% with a typical mileage of 53,898 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 S3 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 2,395 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SW14 DHZ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Audi S3 typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 12 years old, this Audi S3 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SW14 DHZ registered?

SW14 DHZ is a 2014 Audi S3, first registered on 25 April 2014.

Is SW14 DHZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for SW14 DHZ shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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