Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2014 Audi Rs6?

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 Rs6?

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 Rs6?

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 Rs6 vehicles have had dangerous defects recorded?

31% 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 Rs6 reliable?

Based on MOT data from 126 vehicles, the 2014 Audi Rs6 has a first-time MOT pass rate of 89.8%, 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 Rs6?

The most frequently recorded MOT issues on the 2014 Audi Rs6 are: Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (26.2% of vehicles), Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (21.4% of vehicles), Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (20.3% 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 Rs6?

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 Rs6 (2014)

126 real MOT outcomes analysed • 89.8% first-time pass rate

2014 Audi Rs6

CarHunch analysed 126 real MOT records for the 2014 Audi Rs6. 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 RS6 passes its MOT first time at 89.8%, which is nearly 10 points above the UK average of 80%—a genuinely reassuring result for a performance car of this age. However, nearly a third of these vehicles (30.9%) have recorded a dangerous defect at some point, which is a significant concern for buyers and suggests mechanical issues can emerge suddenly despite the strong overall pass rate.

At just over 51,000 miles median, these cars have been relatively well looked after, though the average failure count of 1.03 per vehicle and high advisory rate of 6.5 indicates routine wear items and minor niggles are common. Budget for regular maintenance on a performance motor: get a full pre-purchase inspection focused on the turbo system, brakes, and suspension geometry before you buy.

We have limited data for the 2014 Audi Rs6 — 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

89.8%

UK average ~80%

Better than average

Dangerous (ever)

31%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

1.03

Over 9 tests on record

High

Typical mileage

51k

Middle half: 40k–65k

For context

These stats describe 126 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 126 vehicles — figures show how many had each issue flagged at least once in their MOT history.

Tyre wear 26.2%

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge · Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge · Offside Rear 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 20.3%

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil · Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil · Offside 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.

Brake wear 16%

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin · Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin · Rear 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.

Other issues 11.8%

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view · Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2014.

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Based on MOT data from 126 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 31% 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

Pass Rate by Fuel Type

Fuel type	Vehicles	Pass rate	Avg failures
Petrol (99%)	125	89.7%	1.04

Mileage Distribution

Most 2014 Audi Rs6 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.

51,130

typical

40,355

low mileage

65,159

high mileage

Half of all 2014 Audi Rs6 vehicles fall between 40,355 and 65,159 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 40,355 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.

✓ 40,355–65,159 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2014 Audi Rs6s sit.

⚠ Over 87,964 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 Rs6 — Still on the Road

Most 2014 Audi Rs6s are still being driven.

Strong survival — 101 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 2017–2025.
* 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

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

1.03

Avg failures per vehicle

6.5

Avg advisories per vehicle

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