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Audi Q3 S-ln V-sprung 40TDI QUAT Sa Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Audi Q3 S-ln V-sprung 40TDI QUAT Sa reliable? We analysed 623 real MOT tests across 218 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 623 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
92.3%
Typical Mileage
31,351mi
Annual Mileage
7,957mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

The Audi Q3 S-ln V-sprung 40TDI QUAT Sa 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-ln V-sprung 40TDI QUAT Sa.

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Audi Q3 S-ln V-sprung 40TDI QUAT Sa MOT Pass Rate by Year

How likely is a Audi Q3 S-ln V-sprung 40TDI QUAT Sa to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.

93.2%
2021
92%
2020

Audi Q3 S-ln V-sprung 40TDI QUAT Sa Common Faults & Problems

These are the most common serious faults found on Audi Q3 S-ln V-sprung 40TDI QUAT Sa models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 6
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 3
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 2
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 2

Audi Q3 S-ln V-sprung 40TDI QUAT Sa Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Audi Q3 S-ln V-sprung 40TDI QUAT Sa owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.

Low usage
5,376 mi/yr
Typical
7,957 mi/yr
Average
8,945 mi/yr
Heavy usage
11,408 mi/yr

Audi Q3 S-ln V-sprung 40TDI QUAT Sa MOT Data by Registration Year

Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Audi Q3 S-ln V-sprung 40TDI QUAT Sa year you're looking at.

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2021 206 93.2% 23,445 30,438 39,078
2020 363 92.0% 23,147 32,397 46,604

How Long Does a Audi Q3 S-ln V-sprung 40TDI QUAT Sa Last?

Based on 218 Audi Q3 S-ln V-sprung 40TDI QUAT Sa vehicles on UK roads.

Average
3.9 years
Median
4.0 years

Audi Q3 S-ln V-sprung 40TDI QUAT Sa Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Audi Q3 S-ln V-sprung 40TDI QUAT Sa MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
31,351 mi
75th Percentile
42,837 mi
95th Percentile
65,754 mi
Max Recorded
151,577 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Audi Q3 S-ln V-sprung 40TDI QUAT Sa

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

Best year
2021

93.2% MOT pass rate from 206 tests

Year to avoid
2020

92.0% MOT pass rate from 363 tests

The best year to buy a used Audi Q3 S-ln V-sprung 40TDI QUAT Sa is 2021, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 93.2% across 206 tests. The 2020 model year has the lowest pass rate at 92.0% — 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-ln V-sprung 40TDI QUAT Sa 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-ln V-sprung 40TDI QUAT Sa THIS CAR 92.3% 623 31,351 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
Peugeot 3008 GT Line Bluehdi S/s 94.4% 965 58,152 mi — yrs

Compared to the Audi A3 (78.0% pass rate) and the Audi A4 (76.1% pass rate), the Audi Q3 S-ln V-sprung 40TDI QUAT Sa outperforms both on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Audi Q3 S-ln V-sprung 40TDI QUAT Sa?

The Audi Q3 S-ln V-sprung 40TDI QUAT Sa has an overall MOT pass rate of 92.3% across 623 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-ln V-sprung 40TDI QUAT Sa 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-ln V-sprung 40TDI QUAT Sa owner drives around 7,957 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-ln V-sprung 40TDI QUAT Sa — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Audi Q3 S-ln V-sprung 40TDI QUAT Sa reliable?
Based on 623 MOT tests, the Audi Q3 S-ln V-sprung 40TDI QUAT Sa has a 92.3% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Audi Q3 S-ln V-sprung 40TDI QUAT Sa?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Audi Q3 S-ln V-sprung 40TDI QUAT Sa do per year?
The typical Audi Q3 S-ln V-sprung 40TDI QUAT Sa does around 7,957 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Audi Q3 S-ln V-sprung 40TDI QUAT Sa last?
Lifespan data is not yet available for this model.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Audi Q3 S-ln V-sprung 40TDI QUAT Sa?
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-ln V-sprung 40TDI QUAT Sa?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Audi Q3 S-ln V-sprung 40TDI QUAT Sa is 2021 with a 93.2% pass rate across 206 tests.