Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2014 Audi RS?

Yes. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. A full MOT history analysis will highlight patterns that a single test result won't reveal.

What corrosion should I look for when inspecting a 2014 Audi RS?

Check brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that is expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.

How are tyres and brakes typically on a 2014 Audi RS?

Tyres and brakes are the most common advisory items on vehicles of this age. Budget for replacement if they are near the limit, and factor this into your offer price.

How many 2014 Audi RS vehicles have had dangerous defects recorded?

39% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded. Search the registration on CarHunch — the full MOT history will show exactly what was flagged and whether it was resolved.

Is the 2014 Audi RS reliable?

Based on MOT data from 190 vehicles, the 2014 Audi RS has a first-time MOT pass rate of 87.3%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

What are common problems with the 2014 Audi RS?

The most frequently recorded MOT issues on the 2014 Audi RS are: Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (33.2% of vehicles), Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (23.4% of vehicles), Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (22.5% of vehicles). These figures are based on actual MOT test records — search a specific registration on CarHunch to see its individual history.

Do I need an HPI check when buying a 2014 Audi RS?

Yes. The MOT history will not show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status. An HPI check covers these areas and should be part of any used car purchase.

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Audi RS (2014)

190 real MOT outcomes analysed • 87.3% first-time pass rate

2014 Audi RS

CarHunch analysed 190 real MOT records for the 2014 Audi RS. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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The 2014 Audi RS passes its MOT 87.3% of the time, comfortably ahead of the UK average of 80%, which is genuinely encouraging—but the 39% of vehicles that have recorded a dangerous defect at some point is a serious red flag for a buyer, suggesting structural or safety issues are lurking in this cohort. It's a performance car with real-world problems.

At under 48,000 miles on average, these cars are relatively lightly used for their age, yet they still average 1.35 failures and nearly 9 advisories per test, pointing to wear and maintenance neglect rather than inherent design faults. Before you buy one, get a full pre-purchase inspection focused on suspension, braking system, and structural integrity—don't rely on the MOT pass rate alone.

We have limited data for the 2014 Audi RS — treat the figures below as indicative rather than definitive.

⚠️ Over 1 in 5 of these vehicles have had a dangerous MOT failure at some point — usually tyres or brakes, and often a one-off issue rather than a persistent problem. The group stats won't tell you which one you're looking at.

First-time pass

87.3%

UK average ~80%

Around average

Dangerous (ever)

39%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

1.35

Over 9.9 tests on record

High

Typical mileage

46k

Middle half: 37k–59k

For context

These stats describe 190 vehicles as a group. The specific vehicle you're looking at could be the one good example or the one outlier. Run its registration to find out.

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What tends to go wrong

Across 190 vehicles — figures show how many had each issue flagged at least once in their MOT history.

Brake wear 33.2%

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin · Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin · Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened · …

Ask the seller when brakes were last serviced. If they don't know, factor in the cost.

Tyre wear 23.4%

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge · Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge · Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge · …

Budget for a full set — on a vehicle this age, tyres are expected consumables. An inspection will confirm how much is left.

Suspension & steering 15.2%

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil · Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil · Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

Harder to spot without a ramp — this is a good reason to book a pre-purchase inspection.

Other issues 12.7%

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2014.

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Based on MOT data from 190 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 39% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded - recurring advisories often signal problems years before they become failures.
Search the reg on CarHunch for the full MOT history, reliability stats and a free AI-powered analysis of that exact vehicle.
🔍 Brake pipes, sills and subframes are the key areas on a vehicle this age — structural rust is hard to spot without getting underneath. A mechanic will check all of this before you commit, and give you a concrete basis to negotiate on price. Inspection →
📄 Outstanding finance, insurance write-offs and clocking won't appear in the MOT records — a dedicated history check covers all of this. Our link gets you 20% off automatically. History Get 20% off via CarHunch

Mileage Distribution

Most 2014 Audi RS vehicles sit in the blue band. If the vehicle you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.

46,081

typical

36,994

low mileage

58,548

high mileage

Half of all 2014 Audi RS vehicles fall between 36,994 and 58,548 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 36,994 miles — lower than most. Could be great, or could be a vehicle that rarely moved. Check test frequency and mileage progression in the MOT history.

✓ 36,994–58,548 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2014 Audi RSs sit.

⚠ Over 79,039 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2014 Audi RS — Still on the Road

Most 2014 Audi RSs are still being driven.

Strong survival — 159 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025, 86% of the peak.

Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2016–2025.
* The 2020 dip reflects the government's COVID-19 MOT exemption, which allowed certificates to be extended by six months — fewer tests were conducted that year.

MOT History Averages

9.9

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

1.35

Avg failures per vehicle

8.9

Avg advisories per vehicle

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