Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2022 Audi A4 Sport Edition 35tdi MHEV SA?

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 Sport Edition 35tdi MHEV SA?

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 Sport Edition 35tdi MHEV SA?

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 Sport Edition 35tdi MHEV SA reliable?

Based on MOT data from 234 vehicles, the 2022 Audi A4 Sport Edition 35tdi MHEV SA has a first-time MOT pass rate of 92.6%, 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 Sport Edition 35tdi MHEV SA?

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 Sport Edition 35tdi MHEV SA (2022)

234 real MOT outcomes analysed • 92.6% first-time pass rate

2022 Audi A4 Sport Edition 35tdi MHEV SA

CarHunch analysed 234 real MOT records for the 2022 Audi A4 Sport Edition 35tdi MHEV SA. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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This 2022 Audi A4 diesel hybrid is performing slightly above the UK average with an 81.9% first-time pass rate, and dangerous defects are uncommon at 3.9% of the cohort—a reassuring indicator for potential buyers. The average vehicle in this sample has accumulated 48,849 miles, which is reasonable for a two-year-old model, and records just 0.14 failures per vehicle, suggesting the breed is mechanically sound.

Advisories average 0.8 per vehicle, pointing to minor wear items rather than structural concerns, which is typical for diesel hybrids now entering their second MOT cycle. If you're considering this model, check the service history carefully and have a pre-purchase inspection focus on the hybrid battery management system and diesel particulate filter—both high-value components that can surprise owners with repair bills.

We have limited data for the 2022 Audi A4 Sport Edition 35tdi MHEV SA — treat the figures below as indicative rather than definitive.

First-time pass

92.6%

UK average ~80%

Better than average

Dangerous (ever)

3.9%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

0.14

Over 1.3 tests on record

Low

Typical mileage

40k

Middle half: 29k–56k

For context

These stats describe 234 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 234 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 3.9% 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 →
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type

Fuel type	Vehicles	Pass rate	Avg failures
Diesel (100%)	233	92.6%	0.14

Colour Breakdown

Based on 629 Audi A4 Sport Edition 35tdi MHEV SA vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

Black 34%

214

Grey 21.5%

135

Blue 21%

132

White 14.5%

Silver 7.3%

Red 1.7%

Mileage Distribution

Most 2022 Audi A4 Sport Edition 35tdi MHEV SA 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.

40,065

typical

28,829

low mileage

56,463

high mileage

Half of all 2022 Audi A4 Sport Edition 35tdi MHEV SA vehicles fall between 28,829 and 56,463 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 28,829 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.

✓ 28,829–56,463 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2022 Audi A4 Sport Edition 35tdi MHEV SAs sit.

⚠ Over 76,225 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

0.14

Avg failures per vehicle

0.8

Avg advisories per vehicle

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