Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2022 Audi A6 S Ln Blk Ed 40tdi MHEV Q 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 A6 S Ln Blk Ed 40tdi MHEV Q 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 A6 S Ln Blk Ed 40tdi MHEV Q 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 A6 S Ln Blk Ed 40tdi MHEV Q SA reliable?

Based on MOT data from 474 vehicles, the 2022 Audi A6 S Ln Blk Ed 40tdi MHEV Q SA has a first-time MOT pass rate of 96.6%, 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 A6 S Ln Blk Ed 40tdi MHEV Q 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 A6 S Ln Blk Ed 40tdi MHEV Q SA (2022)

474 real MOT outcomes analysed • 96.6% first-time pass rate

2022 Audi A6 S Ln Blk Ed 40tdi MHEV Q SA

CarHunch analysed 474 real MOT records for the 2022 Audi A6 S Ln Blk Ed 40tdi MHEV Q SA. 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. 474 vehicles on record. Figures are indicative — the specific vehicle's history matters more than these averages.

The 2022 Audi A6 40TDI is noticeably more reliable than the UK average, with an 87.4% first-time MOT pass rate versus 80% nationally—this is a genuinely reassuring figure for a premium diesel saloon. Dangerous defects are rare at just 3.2%, so structural or safety concerns are unlikely to emerge unexpectedly.

At 33,860 miles median, these cars have covered modest distances for their age, suggesting careful ownership and giving you a clearer picture of genuine wear. The exceptionally low failure rate of 0.07 per vehicle and light advisory load of 0.6 items tell you this engine and platform are holding up well; when shopping for an example, focus on service history and check the specifics of any advisories rather than treating them as red flags.

The 2022 Audi A6 S Ln Blk Ed 40tdi MHEV Q SA passes its MOT first time more often than most UK vehicles (96.6% vs ~80% average) — and when it does fail, it's usually something minor and cheap to fix.

First-time pass

96.6%

UK average ~80%

Better than average

Dangerous (ever)

3.2%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

0.07

Over 1.2 tests on record

Low

Typical mileage

34k

Middle half: 26k–43k

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✅ Good baseline reliability. A 96.6% first-time pass rate puts this well above the UK average — it's a well-sorted vehicle in this age bracket.

These stats describe 474 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 474 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 3.2% 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%)	472	96.6%	0.07

Colour Breakdown

Based on 2,128 Audi A6 S Ln Blk Ed 40tdi MHEV Q SA vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

Grey 38.5%

820

Black 34%

723

Blue 12.2%

260

Silver 7.5%

160

White 6.2%

131

Red 1.6%

Mileage Distribution

Most 2022 Audi A6 S Ln Blk Ed 40tdi MHEV Q 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.

33,860

typical

25,514

low mileage

43,190

high mileage

Half of all 2022 Audi A6 S Ln Blk Ed 40tdi MHEV Q SA vehicles fall between 25,514 and 43,190 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 25,514 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.

✓ 25,514–43,190 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2022 Audi A6 S Ln Blk Ed 40tdi MHEV Q SAs sit.

⚠ Over 58,306 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

1.2

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

0.07

Avg failures per vehicle

0.6

Avg advisories per vehicle

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