Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2022 Audi A4 S Line 35 TDI MHEV S A?

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 2022 Audi A4 S Line 35 TDI MHEV S A?

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 2022 Audi A4 S Line 35 TDI MHEV S A?

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.

Is the 2022 Audi A4 S Line 35 TDI MHEV S A reliable?

Based on MOT data from 300 vehicles, the 2022 Audi A4 S Line 35 TDI MHEV S A has a first-time MOT pass rate of 91.4%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

Do I need an HPI check when buying a 2022 Audi A4 S Line 35 TDI MHEV S A?

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 A4 S Line 35 TDI MHEV S A (2022)

300 real MOT outcomes analysed • 91.4% first-time pass rate

2022 Audi A4 S Line 35 TDI MHEV S A

CarHunch analysed 300 real MOT records for the 2022 Audi A4 S Line 35 TDI MHEV S A. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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Moderate sample. 300 vehicles on record. Figures are indicative — the specific vehicle's history matters more than these averages.

This 2022 A4 S Line passes its MOT first time at 82.3%, which is a shade above the UK average of 80% and suggests solid reliability overall—dangerous defects have cropped up in just 8% of the cohort, so structural safety isn't a widespread concern. The median mileage of 36,829 miles is reasonable for a two-year-old car, and owners are averaging only 0.17 failures per vehicle, indicating these cars tend to avoid major mechanical problems. Advisories average 0.8 per car, which is moderate wear-and-tear noise, suggesting you should budget for routine maintenance but not panic about imminent repairs. If you're considering one, get a thorough pre-purchase inspection focused on the diesel injection system and gearbox health, as these components can be expensive if they develop faults post-purchase.

The 2022 Audi A4 S Line 35 TDI MHEV S A passes its MOT first time more often than most UK vehicles (91.4% vs ~80% average) — and when it does fail, it's usually something minor and cheap to fix.

⚠️ About 1 in 12 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

91.4%

UK average ~80%

Better than average

Dangerous (ever)

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

0.17

Over 1.3 tests on record

Low

Typical mileage

37k

Middle half: 28k–52k

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✅ Good baseline reliability. A 91.4% first-time pass rate puts this well above the UK average — it's a well-sorted vehicle in this age bracket.

🔍 The dangerous defect figure is real. Most are one-off tyre failures or brake issues — not structural problems. But it's exactly why checking the individual vehicle's history is essential, not optional.

These stats describe 300 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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Based on MOT data from 300 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 8% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded - recurring advisories often signal problems years before they become failures.
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🔍 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

Colour Breakdown

Based on 2,171 Audi A4 S Line 35 TDI MHEV S A vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

Grey 34.9%

758

Black 27.6%

599

Blue 20.5%

444

White 15.6%

338

Red 0.8%

Green 0.7%

Mileage Distribution

Most 2022 Audi A4 S Line 35 TDI MHEV S A 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.

36,829

typical

27,788

low mileage

51,601

high mileage

Half of all 2022 Audi A4 S Line 35 TDI MHEV S A vehicles fall between 27,788 and 51,601 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 27,788 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.

✓ 27,788–51,601 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2022 Audi A4 S Line 35 TDI MHEV S As sit.

⚠ Over 69,661 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

MOT History Averages

1.3

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

0.17

Avg failures per vehicle

0.8

Avg advisories per vehicle

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