2014 Audi Rs — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 1,011 MOT tests analysed for the 2014 Audi Rs, the most common recorded failure areas were tyres, suspension and lighting & signalling. Its pass rate of 86.8% was above the average for cars of a similar age (82.7%). Higher-mileage examples failed more often — 20.4% in the 90-120k group versus 13.0% in the 0-30k group.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 5.6% | 57 |
| 2 | Suspension | 3.7% | 37 |
| 3 | Lighting & signalling | 2.6% | 26 |
| 4 | Emissions & environmental | 2.2% | 22 |
| 5 | Brakes | 2.1% | 21 |
| 6 | Visibility | 1.8% | 18 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Catalyst emissions | 29 |
| 2 | Headlamp aim | 19 |
| 3 | Brake pads | 18 |
| 4 | Tread depth | 17 |
| 5 | Coil spring | 16 |
| 6 | Pins and bushes | 14 |
Top advisory categories
Advisories aren't failures, but they flag work likely needed soon — useful when budgeting.
| # | Category | % of tests with advisory | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 18.3% | 185 |
| 2 | Brakes | 15.7% | 159 |
| 3 | Suspension | 13.3% | 134 |
| 4 | Other defects | 4.5% | 45 |
| 5 | Visibility | 3.7% | 37 |
| 6 | Emissions & environmental | 1.4% | 14 |
Failure rate by mileage
Higher-mileage cars tend to fail more — often the most useful guide to real condition.
| Mileage band | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 0-30k | 54 | 13.0% |
| 30-60k | 454 | 11.7% |
| 60-90k | 405 | 13.3% |
| 90-120k | 93 | 20.4% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 209 | 9.6% |
| 2022 | 214 | 15.9% |
| 2023 | 210 | 16.2% |
| 2024 | 193 | 11.9% |
| 2025 | 185 | 11.9% |
What to check before buying a 2014 Rs
Before buying a 2014 Audi Rs, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Tyres accounted for 5.6% of tests for this year.
- Tyres (5.6% of tests): Usually a quick, known-cost fix, but check tread, age and uneven wear (which can hint at alignment or suspension issues). Typical repair: £50–£120 per tyre.
- Suspension (3.7% of tests): Worn drop links, bushes, springs or shocks — listen for knocks over bumps and check for uneven tyre wear. Typical repair: £150–£450 per corner.
- Lighting & signalling (2.6% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
Repair costs are rough UK ballpark ranges to set expectations, not quotes — actual prices vary widely by car, parts and garage.
Frequently asked questions
How many 2014 Audi Rss pass their MOT?
86.8% of the 1,011 2014 Audi Rs MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 13.2% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2014 Audi Rs?
Tyres, recorded in 5.6% of tests, followed by suspension (3.7%).
Does the 2014 Rs get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 13.0% in the 0-30k band to 20.4% in the 90-120k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 1,011 MOT tests. Dataset: DVSA MOT testing data (2021,2022,2023,2024,2025). Data last updated 2026-07-01. Figures reflect MOT-testable defects only — read the methodology for how these are calculated and what they don't measure.