Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2022 Audi Q5 S Ln Vor 40tdi MHEV Quat 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 Q5 S Ln Vor 40tdi MHEV Quat 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 Q5 S Ln Vor 40tdi MHEV Quat 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 Q5 S Ln Vor 40tdi MHEV Quat SA reliable?

Based on MOT data from 101 vehicles, the 2022 Audi Q5 S Ln Vor 40tdi MHEV Quat SA has a first-time MOT pass rate of 98.5%, 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 Q5 S Ln Vor 40tdi MHEV Quat 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 Ln Vor 40tdi MHEV Quat SA (2022)

101 real MOT outcomes analysed • 98.5% first-time pass rate

2022 Audi Q5 S Ln Vor 40tdi MHEV Quat SA

CarHunch analysed 101 real MOT records for the 2022 Audi Q5 S Ln Vor 40tdi MHEV Quat SA. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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The 2022 Audi Q5 S 40TDI is exceptionally reliable for its age, with a 95.5% first-time MOT pass rate that substantially outperforms the UK average of 80%—this diesel is genuinely tough. Dangerous defects are virtually non-existent at just 1.0%, so safety concerns are minimal.

These vehicles are running at a sensible 28,347 miles median for their age, and the near-zero failure rate (0.03 per vehicle) means serious mechanical problems are rare; most MOT issues are minor advisories rather than actual faults. If you're considering one, verify full service history and get a pre-purchase inspection focused on the hybrid system components, as the strong pass rate suggests these hold up well when properly maintained.

We have limited data for the 2022 Audi Q5 S Ln Vor 40tdi MHEV Quat SA — treat the figures below as indicative rather than definitive.

First-time pass

98.5%

UK average ~80%

Better than average

Dangerous (ever)

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

0.03

Over 1.1 tests on record

Low

Typical mileage

28k

Middle half: 21k–38k

For context

These stats describe 101 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 101 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 1% 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 (99%)	100	98.5%	0.03

Mileage Distribution

Most 2022 Audi Q5 S Ln Vor 40tdi MHEV Quat 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.

28,347

typical

20,957

low mileage

38,471

high mileage

Half of all 2022 Audi Q5 S Ln Vor 40tdi MHEV Quat SA vehicles fall between 20,957 and 38,471 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 20,957 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.

✓ 20,957–38,471 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2022 Audi Q5 S Ln Vor 40tdi MHEV Quat SAs sit.

⚠ Over 51,935 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

1.1

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

0.03

Avg failures per vehicle

0.6

Avg advisories per vehicle

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