Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2007 Audi Rs4?

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 2007 Audi Rs4?

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 2007 Audi Rs4?

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.

How many 2007 Audi Rs4 vehicles have had dangerous defects recorded?

25% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded. Search the registration on CarHunch — the full MOT history will show exactly what was flagged and whether it was resolved.

Is the 2007 Audi Rs4 reliable?

Based on MOT data from 527 vehicles, the 2007 Audi Rs4 has a first-time MOT pass rate of 85.8%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

What are common problems with the 2007 Audi Rs4?

The most frequently recorded MOT issues on the 2007 Audi Rs4 are: Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (47.9% of vehicles), Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components (43.8% of vehicles), Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (42.7% of vehicles). These figures are based on actual MOT test records — search a specific registration on CarHunch to see its individual history.

Do I need an HPI check when buying a 2007 Audi Rs4?

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 Rs4 (2007)

527 real MOT outcomes analysed • 85.8% first-time pass rate

2007 Audi Rs4

CarHunch analysed 527 real MOT records for the 2007 Audi Rs4. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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The 2007 Audi RS4 passes its MOT first time at 85.8%, beating the UK average of 80%, which is a solid result for a 17-year-old performance car. However, one in four of these vehicles (24.5%) have recorded a dangerous defect at some point, a notably high figure that warrants professional inspection before purchase.

At around 65,000 miles median, these cars show typical wear for their age, yet they're averaging 2.35 failures per test and a substantial 15.3 advisories, suggesting age-related maintenance creep is catching up. Before committing to one, have a pre-purchase inspection focus on the suspension, cooling system, and electrical components—the advisory count hints these are where costs tend to accumulate.

The 2007 Audi Rs4 passes its MOT first time at roughly the UK average rate (85.8%) — solid but worth checking this vehicle's history carefully.

⚠️ Over 1 in 5 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

85.8%

UK average ~80%

Around average

Dangerous (ever)

24.5%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

2.35

Over 15.2 tests on record

High

Typical mileage

65k

Middle half: 49k–80k

For context

✅ Good baseline reliability. A 85.8% first-time pass rate puts this well above the UK average — it's a well-sorted vehicle in this age bracket.

🔧 Expect consumable spend. An average of 15.3 advisories per vehicle tells you wear items (tyres, brakes) get flagged regularly. Budget for them — they're not surprises.

🔍 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 527 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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What tends to go wrong

Across 527 vehicles — figures show how many had each issue flagged at least once in their MOT history.

Tyre wear 47.9%

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit · Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit · Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit · …

Budget for a full set — on a vehicle this age, tyres are expected consumables. An inspection will confirm how much is left.

Other issues 43.8%

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components · Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay · Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A'

Suspension & steering 38.5%

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil · Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

Harder to spot without a ramp — this is a good reason to book a pre-purchase inspection.

Brake wear 37.5%

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin · Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened · Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

Ask the seller when brakes were last serviced. If they don't know, factor in the cost.

Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2007.

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Before you buy a 2007 Audi Rs4

Based on MOT data from 527 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 24.5% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded - recurring advisories often signal problems years before they become failures.
Search the reg on CarHunch for the full MOT history, reliability stats and a free AI-powered analysis of that exact vehicle.
🔍 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 →
📄 Outstanding finance, insurance write-offs and clocking won't appear in the MOT records — a dedicated history check covers all of this. Our link gets you 20% off automatically. History Get 20% off via CarHunch

Pass Rate by Fuel Type

Fuel type	Vehicles	Pass rate	Avg failures
Petrol (99%)	521	85.8%	2.37

Colour Breakdown

Based on 1,631 Audi Rs4 vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

Black 34.3%

559

Blue 25.3%

413

Grey 19.8%

323

Silver 8%

131

Red 7.1%

116

White 3.2%

Green 0.9%

Purple 0.7%

Yellow 0.6%

Mileage Distribution

Most 2007 Audi Rs4 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.

64,770

typical

49,113

low mileage

79,639

high mileage

Half of all 2007 Audi Rs4 vehicles fall between 49,113 and 79,639 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 49,113 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.

✓ 49,113–79,639 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2007 Audi Rs4s sit.

⚠ Over 107,512 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2007 Audi Rs4 — Still on the Road

Most 2007 Audi Rs4s are still being driven.

332 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 — 75% of the peak remain.

Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2014–2025.
* The 2020 dip reflects the government's COVID-19 MOT exemption, which allowed certificates to be extended by six months — fewer tests were conducted that year.

MOT History Averages

15.2

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

2.35

Avg failures per vehicle

15.3

Avg advisories per vehicle

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