Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2022 Audi A6 S Ln Blk Ed45tfsi 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 Ed45tfsi 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 Ed45tfsi 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 Ed45tfsi MHEV Q SA reliable?

Based on MOT data from 122 vehicles, the 2022 Audi A6 S Ln Blk Ed45tfsi MHEV Q SA has a first-time MOT pass rate of 96.1%, 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 A6 S Ln Blk Ed45tfsi 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 Ed45tfsi MHEV Q SA (2022)

122 real MOT outcomes analysed • 96.1% first-time pass rate

2022 Audi A6 S Ln Blk Ed45tfsi MHEV Q SA

CarHunch analysed 122 real MOT records for the 2022 Audi A6 S Ln Blk Ed45tfsi 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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This 2022 Audi A6 S is proving exceptionally reliable so far, with a 95.4% first-time pass rate that sits 15 points above the UK average—a genuinely impressive result for such a new car. The dangerous defect rate of just 2.5% is reassuringly low, suggesting no systemic safety concerns in this cohort.

At 26,171 miles median, these cars are running well within expected wear for their age, and the minimal failure rate of 0.08 per vehicle confirms owners are experiencing very few actual defects. If you're considering one, check the service history carefully and have a pre-purchase inspection focus on the hybrid electrical systems, since advisories average 0.6 per car—most likely preventative notes rather than imminent failures.

We have limited data for the 2022 Audi A6 S Ln Blk Ed45tfsi MHEV Q SA — treat the figures below as indicative rather than definitive.

First-time pass

96.1%

UK average ~80%

Better than average

Dangerous (ever)

2.5%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

0.08

Over 1.2 tests on record

Low

Typical mileage

26k

Middle half: 19k–33k

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These stats describe 122 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 122 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 2.5% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded - recurring advisories often signal problems years before they become failures.
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Mileage Distribution

Most 2022 Audi A6 S Ln Blk Ed45tfsi 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.

26,171

typical

19,474

low mileage

33,414

high mileage

Half of all 2022 Audi A6 S Ln Blk Ed45tfsi MHEV Q SA vehicles fall between 19,474 and 33,414 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 19,474 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.

✓ 19,474–33,414 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2022 Audi A6 S Ln Blk Ed45tfsi MHEV Q SAs sit.

⚠ Over 45,108 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

0.08

Avg failures per vehicle

0.6

Avg advisories per vehicle

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