Audi Q3 Sport 35 TFSI MHEV S A (2021)
2021 Audi Q3 Sport 35 TFSI MHEV S A
CarHunch analysed 741 real MOT records for the 2021 Audi Q3 Sport 35 TFSI MHEV S A. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
The 2021 Audi Q3 Sport 35 TFSI MHEV is a particularly reliable proposition, with a first-time MOT pass rate of 94.2%—well ahead of the 80% UK average—and only 5.4% of vehicles ever recording a dangerous defect, which is reassuringly low. At an average mileage of 29,329 miles for a three-year-old car, these vehicles have been run fairly gently, which explains the strong results.
When failures do occur, they're rare (just 0.16 per vehicle on average), though advisories are more common at 1.7 per car, typically pointing to minor wear items rather than structural problems. If you're considering one, check the service history carefully to confirm regular maintenance has been done, since that mileage profile suggests these cars have been well looked after by their owners—a pattern worth verifying before you buy.
What to check before buying a 2021 Audi Q3 Sport 35 TFSI MHEV S A
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Petrol (99%) | 731 | 94.2% | 0.16 |
| Other (1%) | 7 | 100% | 0 |
| Hybrid Electric (Clean) (0%) | 3 | 88.9% | 0.33 |
Mileage Distribution
Most 2021 Audi Q3 Sport 35 TFSI MHEV S A 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 2021 Audi Q3 Sport 35 TFSI MHEV S A vehicles fall between 19,780 and 36,454 miles.
MOT History Averages
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