Audi Q8 Sln Blk Ed 55tfsi MHEV Qt A (2022)
2022 Audi Q8 Sln Blk Ed 55tfsi MHEV Qt A
CarHunch analysed 534 real MOT records for the 2022 Audi Q8 Sln Blk Ed 55tfsi MHEV Qt A. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
The 2022 Audi Q8 55TFSI is a notably reliable proposition, with an 88.5% first-time MOT pass rate that comfortably beats the UK average of 80%, and only 3.2% of vehicles ever developing dangerous defects—a reassuringly low figure for a large premium SUV. Petrol variants make up the entire cohort and perform consistently at 88.4%, so fuel type isn't a differentiator here.
At 28,325 miles median, these cars are still relatively low-mileage for their age, which partly explains the clean bill of health; the real insight is that the average vehicle records just 0.09 failures and 0.8 advisories per test, suggesting mechanical robustness rather than lucky low mileage. If you're considering one, check the service history meticulously and budget for any advisories flagged (mostly minor wear items), but don't be deterred by the MOT record alone—this generation Q8 is proving itself durable in early ownership.
What to check before buying a 2022 Audi Q8 Sln Blk Ed 55tfsi MHEV Qt 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%) | 528 | 88.4% | 0.09 |
| Hybrid Electric (Clean) (1%) | 6 | 100% | 0 |
Mileage Distribution
Most 2022 Audi Q8 Sln Blk Ed 55tfsi MHEV Qt 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 2022 Audi Q8 Sln Blk Ed 55tfsi MHEV Qt A vehicles fall between 21,132 and 37,691 miles.
MOT History Averages
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