Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2022 Audi A5 Sport 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 A5 Sport 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 A5 Sport 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 A5 Sport 35 TDI MHEV S A reliable?

Based on MOT data from 126 vehicles, the 2022 Audi A5 Sport 35 TDI MHEV S A has a first-time MOT pass rate of 92.1%, 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 Sport 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 A5 Sport 35 TDI MHEV S A (2022)

126 real MOT outcomes analysed • 92.1% first-time pass rate

2022 Audi A5 Sport 35 TDI MHEV S A

CarHunch analysed 126 real MOT records for the 2022 Audi A5 Sport 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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This 2022 Audi A5 diesel hybrid passes its MOT first time in 83.3% of cases, slightly above the UK average of 80%, suggesting solid early reliability. The dangerous defect rate sits at a low 7.1%, so structural or safety failures are uncommon in this cohort.

At around 32,000 miles average, these cars are still relatively young and lightly used, which explains the minimal failure count of 0.15 per vehicle. The real story is the advisory rate of 0.7 per vehicle—minor wear and tear issues are emerging, but nothing alarming; when shopping, ask the seller for the full MOT history to check whether advisories have been addressed rather than ignored.

We have limited data for the 2022 Audi A5 Sport 35 TDI MHEV S A — 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

92.1%

UK average ~80%

Better than average

Dangerous (ever)

7.1%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

0.15

Over 1.3 tests on record

Low

Typical mileage

32k

Middle half: 24k–40k

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These stats describe 126 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 126 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 7.1% 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 Sport 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.

31,793

typical

23,693

low mileage

39,803

high mileage

Half of all 2022 Audi A5 Sport 35 TDI MHEV S A vehicles fall between 23,693 and 39,803 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 23,693 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.

✓ 23,693–39,803 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2022 Audi A5 Sport 35 TDI MHEV S As sit.

⚠ Over 53,734 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

0.15

Avg failures per vehicle

0.7

Avg advisories per vehicle

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