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SW14 VTG

2014 Audi S3

Red Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Mar 2027
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

63,839 mi
Last recorded63,839 miles
Recorded on10 Mar 2026
Typical for 2014 Audi S353,898 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Mar 2026 63,839 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2026 63,837 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak Leaking from central pipe joint (8.2.1.1 (b))

Pass 31 Mar 2025 54,364 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2024 50,971 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2023 45,459 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 24 Jul 2023 45,459 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 26 Jul 2022 40,243 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 29 Jul 2021 35,337 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2020 27,673 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Jul 2019 20,137 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2018 17,805 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2017 15,800 miles

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 VTG is a 2014 Audi S3 in Red with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 VTG, 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 VTG registered?

SW14 VTG is a 2014 Audi S3, first registered on 30 July 2014.

Is SW14 VTG safe to buy?

The MOT history for SW14 VTG shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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