Audi A7 S Ln Blk Ed 40tdi MHEV Q SA (2022)
2022 Audi A7 S Ln Blk Ed 40tdi MHEV Q SA
CarHunch analysed 115 real MOT records for the 2022 Audi A7 S Ln Blk Ed 40tdi MHEV Q SA. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
This 2022 Audi A7 is a notably reliable performer, with an 88% first-time pass rate that beats the UK average of 80%, and only 2.6% of vehicles ever flagged with dangerous defects—a reassuringly low figure. The diesel engine shows consistent reliability at 87.9% pass rate.
At 30,401 miles median (34,067 average), these cars are running at typical mileage for their age, and they're proving durable in real-world use: owners are averaging just 0.09 failures per vehicle and 0.6 advisories, suggesting minimal wear issues so far. If you're considering one, have a pre-purchase inspection focus on the hybrid electrical components and suspension, as these are where early-model luxury diesels sometimes develop problems.
What to check before buying a 2022 Audi A7 S Ln Blk Ed 40tdi MHEV Q SA
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diesel (99%) | 114 | 87.9% | 0.09 |
| Electric Diesel (1%) | 1 | 100% | 0 |
Mileage Distribution
Most 2022 Audi A7 S Ln Blk Ed 40tdi MHEV Q SA 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.
Half of all 2022 Audi A7 S Ln Blk Ed 40tdi MHEV Q SA vehicles fall between 22,730 and 42,458 miles.
MOT History Averages
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