Audi A4 Technik 35 TFSI MHEV S A (2021)

281 real MOT outcomes analysed • 92.7% first-time pass rate

2021 Audi A4 Technik 35 TFSI MHEV S A

CarHunch analysed 281 real MOT records for the 2021 Audi A4 Technik 35 TFSI MHEV S A. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.

This 2021 Audi A4 is significantly more reliable than average, with a 92.7% first-time pass rate that comfortably beats the UK average of 80%—and dangerous defects are rare, affecting just 5.7% of vehicles. The petrol engine variant maintains that strong performance at 92.6%, making it a dependable choice for buyers prioritising safety and durability.

At 39,443 miles on average for a 2021 model, these cars are running well within normal wear parameters, which explains why the failure rate is exceptionally low at 0.21 per vehicle. The modest 1.5 advisories per car suggest routine maintenance rather than systemic issues, so check the full service history before buying and you should expect a trouble-free ownership experience.

Generally reliable 12.7% above UK average
92.7%
pass MOT first time
UK average: ~80%
33,436
typical mileage
24,526–47,436 middle half
5.7%
ever had a dangerous defect
recorded at any MOT
0.21
avg MOT failures per car
over 2.3 tests on record

What to check before buying a 2021 Audi A4 Technik 35 TFSI MHEV S A

Practical pre-purchase checks for this age and model.

  • 📋 Check the full MOT history. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. Enter the reg below for a full AI analysis.
  • 🔍 Inspect for corrosion in person. Brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that's expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.
  • 🛞 Check tyres and brakes. The most common advisory items at this age. Budget for replacement if they're near the limit — factor this into your offer price.
  • 📄 Run an HPI check. The MOT history won't show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status — an HPI check will.

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Pass Rate by Fuel Type

Fuel type Vehicles Pass rate Avg failures
Petrol (97%) 273 92.6% 0.21
Other (2%) 6 100% 0
Hybrid Electric (Clean) (1%) 2 87.5% 0.5

Mileage Distribution

Most 2021 Audi A4 Technik 35 TFSI MHEV S A vehicles sit in the blue band. If the car you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.

24,526
low mileage
33,436
typical
47,436
high mileage

Half of all 2021 Audi A4 Technik 35 TFSI MHEV S A vehicles fall between 24,526 and 47,436 miles.

MOT History Averages

2.3
Avg MOT tests per vehicle
0.21
Avg failures per vehicle
1.5
Avg advisories per vehicle

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