Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2021 Audi Q5 S Line 50 TFSI E Quattro 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 2021 Audi Q5 S Line 50 TFSI E Quattro 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 2021 Audi Q5 S Line 50 TFSI E Quattro 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 2021 Audi Q5 S Line 50 TFSI E Quattro SA reliable?

Based on MOT data from 1,206 vehicles, the 2021 Audi Q5 S Line 50 TFSI E Quattro SA has a first-time MOT pass rate of 94.8%, 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 2021 Audi Q5 S Line 50 TFSI E Quattro 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 Q5 S Line 50 TFSI E Quattro SA (2021)

1,206 real MOT outcomes analysed • 94.8% first-time pass rate

2021 Audi Q5 S Line 50 TFSI E Quattro SA

CarHunch analysed 1,206 real MOT records for the 2021 Audi Q5 S Line 50 TFSI E Quattro 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 Q5 hybrid is significantly more reliable than the UK average, with a 93.1% first-time pass rate well ahead of the 80% benchmark—and only 5.4% of vehicles have ever recorded a dangerous defect, which is reassuringly low for buyer safety concerns. The hybrid powertrain appears to be working as intended, with no meaningful petrol versus diesel variance since virtually all examples use the hybrid electric system.

At 32,000 miles median for a 2021, these cars are running at typical mileage for their age, and the low average of 0.16 failures per vehicle suggests the powertrain and mechanicals are holding up well. Before buying, have an independent check on the hybrid battery condition and electrical health—not because failures are common, but because that's the most expensive component to replace and isn't always obvious in an MOT.

The 2021 Audi Q5 S Line 50 TFSI E Quattro SA passes its MOT first time more often than most UK vehicles (94.8% vs ~80% average) — and when it does fail, it's usually something minor and cheap to fix.

⚠️ 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

94.8%

UK average ~80%

Better than average

Dangerous (ever)

5.4%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

0.16

Over 2.1 tests on record

Low

Typical mileage

32k

Middle half: 24k–42k

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✅ Good baseline reliability. A 94.8% first-time pass rate puts this well above the UK average — it's a well-sorted vehicle in this age bracket.

🔍 The dangerous defect figure is real. Most are one-off tyre failures or brake issues — not structural problems. But it's exactly why checking the individual vehicle's history is essential, not optional.

These stats describe 1,206 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 1,206 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 5.4% 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
Hybrid Electric (Clean) (100%)	1,205	94.8%	0.16

Colour Breakdown

Based on 4,313 Audi Q5 S Line 50 TFSI E Quattro SA vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

Black 30.8%

1,328

Blue 24.4%

1,054

Grey 23.8%

1,025

White 14%

602

Silver 6.4%

276

Green 0.6%

Mileage Distribution

Most 2021 Audi Q5 S Line 50 TFSI E Quattro 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.

32,046

typical

23,682

low mileage

41,923

high mileage

Half of all 2021 Audi Q5 S Line 50 TFSI E Quattro SA vehicles fall between 23,682 and 41,923 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 23,682 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.

✓ 23,682–41,923 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2021 Audi Q5 S Line 50 TFSI E Quattro SAs sit.

⚠ Over 56,596 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

2.1

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

0.16

Avg failures per vehicle

1.1

Avg advisories per vehicle

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