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VE14 YBU

2014 Audi A3

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Dec 2025
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

138,290 mi
Last recorded138,290 miles
Recorded on16 Dec 2024
Typical for 2014 Audi A363,460 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVE14 YBU
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2014
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc
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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Dec 2024 138,290 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Dec 2023 133,126 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2023 133,073 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2023 132,697 miles

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

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Pass 26 Feb 2022 124,700 miles

Zero Smoke Reading

Pass 1 Mar 2021 95,907 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH SIDES , low and worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on inner edge and cracking (5.2.3 (e))

Undertrays fitted not allowing full inspection of some testable items

Pass 21 Jun 2019 86,990 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2019 86,986 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 20 Jul 2018 81,936 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some major components

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Under covers fitted obscuring some major components

Pass 17 Jul 2017 65,528 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some major components

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.5mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.5mm (4.1.E.1)

Under covers fitted obscuring some major components

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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VE14 YBU is a 2014 Audi A3 in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 VE14 YBU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VE14 YBU registered?

VE14 YBU is a 2014 Audi A3, first registered on 25 July 2014.

Is VE14 YBU safe to buy?

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