2022 Audi Q4 E-Tron S Line 35 — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 1,027 MOT tests analysed for the 2022 Audi Q4 E-Tron S Line 35, the most common recorded failure areas were tyres, visibility and lighting & signalling. Its pass rate of 90.1% was below the average for cars of a similar age (91.7%). Higher-mileage examples failed more often — 21.9% in the 60-90k group versus 8.5% in the 0-30k group.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 9.5% | 98 |
| 2 | Visibility | 1.4% | 14 |
| 3 | Lighting & signalling | 1.0% | 10 |
| 4 | Suspension | 0.3% | 3 |
| 5 | Seat belts & restraints | 0.2% | 2 |
| 6 | Other defects | 0.1% | 1 |
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 | 36 |
| 2 | Headlamp aim | 17 |
| 3 | Washers | 8 |
| 4 | Size/type | 7 |
| 5 | Wipers | 6 |
| 6 | Windscreen | 2 |
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 | 28.7% | 295 |
| 2 | Other defects | 8.7% | 89 |
| 3 | Visibility | 1.8% | 19 |
| 4 | Brakes | 1.7% | 17 |
| 5 | Suspension | 0.7% | 7 |
| 6 | Lighting & signalling | 0.2% | 2 |
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 | 599 | 8.5% |
| 30-60k | 394 | 10.9% |
| 60-90k | 32 | 21.9% |
What to check before buying a 2022 Q4 E-Tron S Line 35
Before buying a 2022 Audi Q4 E-Tron S Line 35, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Tyres accounted for 9.5% of tests for this year.
- Tyres (9.5% 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.
- Visibility (1.4% 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.
- Lighting & signalling (1.0% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£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 Q4 E-Tron S Line 35s pass their MOT?
90.1% of the 1,027 2022 Audi Q4 E-Tron S Line 35 MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 9.9% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2022 Audi Q4 E-Tron S Line 35?
Tyres, recorded in 9.5% of tests, followed by visibility (1.4%).
Does the 2022 Q4 E-Tron S Line 35 get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 8.5% in the 0-30k band to 21.9% in the 60-90k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 1,027 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.