2022 Audi A3 S Line 35 — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 1,987 MOT tests analysed for the 2022 Audi A3 S Line 35, the most common recorded failure areas were tyres, lighting & signalling and visibility. Its pass rate of 93.3% was above the average for cars of a similar age (91.7%). Higher-mileage examples failed more often — 17.9% in the 60-90k group versus 5.2% in the 0-30k group.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 5.4% | 107 |
| 2 | Lighting & signalling | 0.9% | 17 |
| 3 | Visibility | 0.9% | 17 |
| 4 | Seat belts & restraints | 0.4% | 7 |
| 5 | Brakes | 0.3% | 6 |
| 6 | Suspension | 0.3% | 5 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tread depth | 42 |
| 2 | Headlamp aim | 16 |
| 3 | Wipers | 11 |
| 4 | Shock absorbers | 8 |
| 5 | Washers | 7 |
| 6 | Registration plates | 6 |
Top advisory categories
Advisories aren't failures, but they flag work likely needed soon — useful when budgeting.
| # | Category | % of tests with advisory | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 25.7% | 510 |
| 2 | Suspension | 5.2% | 103 |
| 3 | Other defects | 5.0% | 99 |
| 4 | Visibility | 3.3% | 65 |
| 5 | Brakes | 2.4% | 48 |
| 6 | Road wheels | 0.3% | 6 |
Failure rate by mileage
Higher-mileage cars tend to fail more — often the most useful guide to real condition.
| Mileage band | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 0-30k | 1,424 | 5.2% |
| 30-60k | 518 | 10.0% |
| 60-90k | 39 | 17.9% |
Failure rate by age
By fuel type
| Fuel | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| Petrol | 1,940 | 6.8% |
| Diesel | 47 | 6.4% |
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 58 | 6.9% |
| 2025 | 1,928 | 6.7% |
What to check before buying a 2022 A3 S Line 35
Before buying a 2022 Audi A3 S Line 35, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Tyres accounted for 5.4% of tests for this year.
- Tyres (5.4% of tests): Usually a quick, known-cost fix, but check tread, age and uneven wear (which can hint at alignment or suspension issues). Typical repair: £50–£120 per tyre.
- Lighting & signalling (0.9% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Visibility (0.9% of tests): Wipers, washers, mirrors and screen damage — usually inexpensive, but check for chips in the driver's line of sight. Typical repair: £15–£150.
Repair costs are rough UK ballpark ranges to set expectations, not quotes — actual prices vary widely by car, parts and garage.
Frequently asked questions
How many 2022 Audi A3 S Line 35s pass their MOT?
93.3% of the 1,987 2022 Audi A3 S Line 35 MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 6.7% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2022 Audi A3 S Line 35?
Tyres, recorded in 5.4% of tests, followed by lighting & signalling (0.9%).
Does the 2022 A3 S Line 35 get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 5.2% in the 0-30k band to 17.9% in the 60-90k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 1,987 MOT tests. Dataset: DVSA MOT testing data (2021,2022,2023,2024,2025). Data last updated 2026-07-01. Figures reflect MOT-testable defects only — read the methodology for how these are calculated and what they don't measure.