Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2022 Audi A5 S Ln Blck Ed 35 TDI 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 A5 S Ln Blck Ed 35 TDI 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 A5 S Ln Blck Ed 35 TDI 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 A5 S Ln Blck Ed 35 TDI MHEV SA reliable?

Based on MOT data from 108 vehicles, the 2022 Audi A5 S Ln Blck Ed 35 TDI MHEV SA has a first-time MOT pass rate of 93.2%, 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 A5 S Ln Blck Ed 35 TDI 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 A5 S Ln Blck Ed 35 TDI MHEV SA (2022)

108 real MOT outcomes analysed • 93.2% first-time pass rate

2022 Audi A5 S Ln Blck Ed 35 TDI MHEV SA

CarHunch analysed 108 real MOT records for the 2022 Audi A5 S Ln Blck Ed 35 TDI 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 A5 diesel is a solid performer, passing its MOT first time 86.3% of the time versus the UK average of 80%, and dangerous defects are rare at just 5.6%. It's a genuinely reliable choice if you're looking at this model year and trim.

At under 39,000 miles on average, these cars are still relatively young and lightly used, which explains why failures average only 0.14 per vehicle—though the 0.9 advisories per car suggest minor wear is already creeping in. When you're viewing one, ask the seller for its full service history and have any advisor items checked before purchase to avoid small problems becoming expensive ones.

We have limited data for the 2022 Audi A5 S Ln Blck Ed 35 TDI MHEV SA — treat the figures below as indicative rather than definitive.

⚠️ Around 1 in 20 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

93.2%

UK average ~80%

Better than average

Dangerous (ever)

5.6%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

0.14

Over 1.3 tests on record

Low

Typical mileage

35k

Middle half: 27k–47k

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These stats describe 108 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 108 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 5.6% 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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Mileage Distribution

Most 2022 Audi A5 S Ln Blck Ed 35 TDI 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.

34,801

typical

26,689

low mileage

47,200

high mileage

Half of all 2022 Audi A5 S Ln Blck Ed 35 TDI MHEV SA vehicles fall between 26,689 and 47,200 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 26,689 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.

✓ 26,689–47,200 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2022 Audi A5 S Ln Blck Ed 35 TDI MHEV SAs sit.

⚠ Over 63,720 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

0.9

Avg advisories per vehicle

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