Audi A4 S Line 35 Tfsi Mhev
From 268 MOT tests. Above average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are a tyre seriously damaged, a tyre cords visible or damaged and windscreen washers not working or not providing sufficient fluid to clear the windscreen. The top issue, a tyre seriously damaged, caused 18 failures in 2024. Checking tread depth (1.6mm legal minimum, 3mm recommended) before your test can save an unnecessary fail. You can check prices at Black Circles if you need replacements. If you need repairs before retesting, sites like BookMyGarage let you compare local prices.
| a tyre seriously damaged | 18 |
| a tyre cords visible or damaged | 8 |
| windscreen washers not working or not providing sufficient fluid to clear the windscreen | 2 |
| tyres on the same axle or on twin wheels are different sizes | 2 |
| tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements | 2 |
| engine mil illuminated indicating a malfunction | 1 |
| number plate inscription missing or illegible | 1 |
| a wheel with a loose or missing wheel nut, bolt or stud | 1 |
| a transmission shaft constant velocity joint boot missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc | 1 |
| brake lining or pad worn down to wear indicator | 1 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. 70.3% of A4 S Line 35 Tfsi Mhev failures are safety items (worn brakes, tyre damage, steering play). The car still drives, but you shouldn't. Only 5.4% are the kind that would actually strand you. When it does fail, the average repair bill is around £77.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 88.1% | a tyre seriously damaged, a tyre cords visible or damaged |
Typical mileage
Half of all A4 S Line 35 Tfsi Mhevs tested had between 16,713 and 28,603 miles on the clock. Relatively low mileage overall. Many are still fairly young.
At 23,313 median miles, the A4 S Line 35 Tfsi Mhev has 0.048 failures per 10,000 miles driven.
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Common questions
What is the Audi A4 S Line 35 Tfsi Mhev MOT pass rate?
The Audi A4 S Line 35 Tfsi Mhev has a 88.8% MOT pass rate based on 268 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Audi A4 S Line 35 Tfsi Mhev?
The most common MOT failure on the Audi A4 S Line 35 Tfsi Mhev is a tyre seriously damaged, which caused 18 failures. Other common issues include a tyre cords visible or damaged.
What is the typical mileage of a Audi A4 S Line 35 Tfsi Mhev at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Audi A4 S Line 35 Tfsi Mhev is 23,313 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 16,713 and 28,603 miles.
Buying a used A4 S Line 35 Tfsi Mhev?
Start with the free tools. Look up the specific vehicle's MOT history on GOV.UK The mileage at each test will show if it's been wound back, and the advisory history tells you what's wearing. Cross-reference that against the typical failures above to see if anything looks unusual for this model.
The free data won't tell you about outstanding finance, theft markers, or write-off history. For that, you need a vehicle history check This is especially important on a private sale where you have fewer legal protections.
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