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AUDI A32014 · 2.0L Diesel

MB08 ACE

Vehicle Insight Summary

This 2014 AUDI A3 is a Diesel vehicle with a 1968cc engine. Currently it has a valid MOT and is taxed for road use. The latest recorded mileage is 147,290.

MOT
Valid
Expires 21/01/2027
Tax
Taxed
Expires 01/07/2026
Fuel
Diesel
Year
2014
Engine
1968cc
Expert AI · Mechanic's Insight
The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile, having maintained a clean record across the last three inspections. The most recent test in January 2026 at 147,290 miles passed with no defects recorded, indicating that the car currently meets the minimum safety standards. This follows a three-year streak of clean passes after a single failure in early 2023, suggesting that the current owner addressed identified issues promptly and maintained the vehicle well thereafter. The mileage data reflects consistent, high-intensity usage for a twelve-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 12,000 miles per annum. Between January 2023 and January 2024, the car covered 7,890 miles, while a further 4,785 miles were recorded in the final year between the two most recent tests. This steady accumulation suggests the car is used regularly for longer journeys, which often prevents issues associated with standing vehicles, though the total mileage of 147,290 miles places significant stress on the drivetrain and suspension components. Despite the clean recent MOT results, the high mileage demands a thorough physical inspection of mechanical components prone to age-related wear. A buyer should specifically check the condition of the suspension arm bushes, coil springs, and shock absorbers, as these often degrade at this interval. Given the consistent usage, inspecting the brake discs and calipers for signs of thinning or uneven wear is also essential. The chassis should be examined for structural corrosion at the mounting points to ensure the high-mileage history has not compromised the structural integrity of the Audi.

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88
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✓ Valid MOT
✓ Taxed
✓ Good MOT pass rate (80%)
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Full MOT History

MOT data last updated: 7/19/2026, 1:00:04 AM

Expert AI · Mechanic's Insight
The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile, having maintained a clean record across the last three inspections. The most recent test in January 2026 at 147,290 miles passed with no defects recorded, indicating that the car currently meets the minimum safety standards. This follows a three-year streak of clean passes after a single failure in early 2023, suggesting that the current owner addressed identified issues promptly and maintained the vehicle well thereafter. The mileage data reflects consistent, high-intensity usage for a twelve-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 12,000 miles per annum. Between January 2023 and January 2024, the car covered 7,890 miles, while a further 4,785 miles were recorded in the final year between the two most recent tests. This steady accumulation suggests the car is used regularly for longer journeys, which often prevents issues associated with standing vehicles, though the total mileage of 147,290 miles places significant stress on the drivetrain and suspension components. Despite the clean recent MOT results, the high mileage demands a thorough physical inspection of mechanical components prone to age-related wear. A buyer should specifically check the condition of the suspension arm bushes, coil springs, and shock absorbers, as these often degrade at this interval. Given the consistent usage, inspecting the brake discs and calipers for signs of thinning or uneven wear is also essential. The chassis should be examined for structural corrosion at the mounting points to ensure the high-mileage history has not compromised the structural integrity of the Audi.

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AI Analysis · MOT Narrative

Our records for this Audi A3 (MB08 ACE) from 2014 show a total of 5 MOT tests between January 2023 and January 2026.

The vehicle has achieved an overall 80% pass rate, with 4 passes and 1 failure recorded. The car boasts an impressive record, which typically reflects a conscientious ownership history.

The most commonly flagged areas across all MOT tests are: Tyres (4 issues), Brakes (3 issues), Suspension (2 issues), Windscreen (1 issue). These areas are worth paying attention to when inspecting this vehicle.

There are 9 advisory notices in the MOT history. Advisories are not failures but indicate areas that may need attention in the future.

A total of 3 failure items have been recorded across all tests. Recent failure items include: “Brake performance not tested rear brakes binding on (1.2.1 (g))”; “Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))”; “Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))”.

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