2014 Audi A3 2.0L Diesel · BW14 VPY
2014 Audi A3 (2.0L, diesel). First registered 13 Aug 2014. Recorded mileage 121,724 miles. MOT valid until 24 Sept 2027.
- Make & Model
- AUDI A3
- Year / Origin
- 2014 · Birmingham
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 24 Sept 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 121,724 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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BW14 VPY Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 19/09/2026
- 121,724 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (2 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
BW14 VPY MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2014 Audi A3 (BW14 VPY) between September 2022 and September 2026.
The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 6 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (2 issues), Tyres (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 6 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
BW14 VPY Mileage History
- 26/09/202294,199 mi
- 25/09/202395,298 mi+1,099 mi
- 20/09/2024108,537 mi+13,239 mi
- 05/09/2025121,208 mi+12,671 mi
- 19/09/2026121,724 mi+516 mi
Average of roughly 6,914 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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