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V8 SMV

2014 Audi A7

Black Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Oct 2026
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

159,131 mi
Last recorded159,131 miles
Recorded on3 Oct 2025
Typical for 2014 Audi A766,361 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV8 SMV
MakeAudi
ModelA7
Year2014
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Oct 2025 159,131 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front lower rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear bold on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 30 Sep 2025 159,106 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front lower rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear bold on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 Sep 2024 152,147 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2023 141,504 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2022 132,245 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre also has slight damage to outer side wall (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 4 Oct 2021 121,525 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2020 111,303 miles

under trays and engine covers fitted preventing inspection of some components

Pass 13 Sep 2019 98,663 miles

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

Fail 13 Sep 2019 98,663 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 29 Sep 2018 80,965 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2017 61,336 miles

How Reliable is the Audi A7?

Based on 171,917 MOT tests across 20,558 vehicles.

86.8%
Pass Rate
7,773
Miles/Year
16
Year Lifespan
20,558
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,049
Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 482
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 461
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V8 SMV is a 2014 Audi A7 in Black with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 2014 Audi A7 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.2% with a typical mileage of 66,361 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 A7 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 1,049 recorded failures. If you're considering buying V8 SMV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Audi A7 typically stays on UK roads for around 16 years. At 12 years old, this Audi A7 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was V8 SMV registered?

V8 SMV is a 2014 Audi A7, first registered on 6 October 2014.

Is V8 SMV safe to buy?

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