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Audi Q3 S Line Black ED 35 TFSI Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Audi Q3 S Line Black ED 35 TFSI reliable? We analysed 2,547 real MOT tests across 1,225 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 2,547 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
90.7%
Typical Mileage
27,770mi
Annual Mileage
7,016mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

The Audi Q3 S Line Black ED 35 TFSI is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Audi Q3 S Line Black ED 35 TFSI.

Audi Q3 S Line Black ED 35 TFSI Number Plates

Number plates registered to a Audi Q3 S Line Black ED 35 TFSI. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.

Audi Q3 S Line Black ED 35 TFSI MOT Pass Rate by Year

How likely is a Audi Q3 S Line Black ED 35 TFSI to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.

90.8%
2023
91.8%
2022
90.2%
2021

Audi Q3 S Line Black ED 35 TFSI Common Faults & Problems

These are the most common serious faults found on Audi Q3 S Line Black ED 35 TFSI models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 66
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 15
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 12
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 8
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 7

Audi Q3 S Line Black ED 35 TFSI Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Audi Q3 S Line Black ED 35 TFSI owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.

Low usage
4,802 mi/yr
Typical
7,016 mi/yr
Average
7,870 mi/yr
Heavy usage
9,588 mi/yr

Audi Q3 S Line Black ED 35 TFSI MOT Data by Registration Year

Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Audi Q3 S Line Black ED 35 TFSI year you're looking at.

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2023 141 90.8% 15,516 22,007 31,491
2022 613 91.8% 18,396 24,389 30,896
2021 1,693 90.2% 21,678 29,220 38,649

How Long Does a Audi Q3 S Line Black ED 35 TFSI Last?

Based on 1,225 Audi Q3 S Line Black ED 35 TFSI vehicles on UK roads.

Average
3.0 years
Median
3.0 years

Audi Q3 S Line Black ED 35 TFSI Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Audi Q3 S Line Black ED 35 TFSI MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
27,770 mi
75th Percentile
36,610 mi
95th Percentile
57,476 mi
Max Recorded
367,032 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Audi Q3 S Line Black ED 35 TFSI

Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.

Best year
2022

91.8% MOT pass rate from 613 tests

Year to avoid
2021

90.2% MOT pass rate from 1,693 tests

The best year to buy a used Audi Q3 S Line Black ED 35 TFSI is 2022, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 91.8% across 613 tests. The 2021 model year has the lowest pass rate at 90.2% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.

How Does the Audi Q3 S Line Black ED 35 TFSI Compare?

MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Audi Q3 S Line Black ED 35 TFSI THIS CAR 90.7% 2,547 27,770 mi — yrs
Audi A3 78% 7,415,025 78,776 mi 29 yrs
Audi A4 76.1% 7,096,957 96,834 mi 31 yrs
Audi A6 78.4% 2,724,792 98,890 mi 31 yrs
Volkswagen Caddy Maxi C20 Commerce TDI 81.3% 1,844 51,184 mi — yrs

Compared to the Audi A3 (78.0% pass rate) and the Audi A4 (76.1% pass rate), the Audi Q3 S Line Black ED 35 TFSI outperforms both on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Audi Q3 S Line Black ED 35 TFSI?

The Audi Q3 S Line Black ED 35 TFSI has an overall MOT pass rate of 90.7% across 2,547 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.

On the safety side, the most frequently flagged dangerous fault is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm. Dangerous faults cause an immediate MOT failure and mean the vehicle is not roadworthy until repaired. If you're viewing a Audi Q3 S Line Black ED 35 TFSI with an expired or recently passed MOT, ask the seller whether any dangerous faults were found and fixed during the last test.

A typical Audi Q3 S Line Black ED 35 TFSI owner drives around 7,016 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.

Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.

Audi Q3 S Line Black ED 35 TFSI — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Audi Q3 S Line Black ED 35 TFSI reliable?
Based on 2,547 MOT tests, the Audi Q3 S Line Black ED 35 TFSI has a 90.7% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Audi Q3 S Line Black ED 35 TFSI?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Audi Q3 S Line Black ED 35 TFSI do per year?
The typical Audi Q3 S Line Black ED 35 TFSI does around 7,016 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Audi Q3 S Line Black ED 35 TFSI last?
Lifespan data is not yet available for this model.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Audi Q3 S Line Black ED 35 TFSI?
Yes. An MOT pass rate tells you about the model in general, but a vehicle history check reveals the specific car's finance, stolen, write-off and mileage history — things the seller may not disclose.
What is the best year to buy a Audi Q3 S Line Black ED 35 TFSI?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Audi Q3 S Line Black ED 35 TFSI is 2022 with a 91.8% pass rate across 613 tests.