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Audi RS 3 Launch ED TFSI QUAT S-a Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Audi RS 3 Launch ED TFSI QUAT S-a reliable? We analysed 245 real MOT tests across 115 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 245 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
93.5%
Typical Mileage
23,256mi
Annual Mileage
5,148mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

The Audi RS 3 Launch ED TFSI QUAT S-a is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Audi RS 3 Launch ED TFSI QUAT S-a.

Audi RS 3 Launch ED TFSI QUAT S-a Number Plates

Number plates registered to a Audi RS 3 Launch ED TFSI QUAT S-a. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.

Audi RS 3 Launch ED TFSI QUAT S-a MOT Pass Rate by Year

How likely is a Audi RS 3 Launch ED TFSI QUAT S-a to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.

94.1%
2022
93.1%
2021

Audi RS 3 Launch ED TFSI QUAT S-a Common Faults & Problems

These are the most common serious faults found on Audi RS 3 Launch ED TFSI QUAT S-a models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 3
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 2
Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 2
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both sides 1
Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 1
Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure x2 bulges in sidewall 1

Audi RS 3 Launch ED TFSI QUAT S-a Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Audi RS 3 Launch ED TFSI QUAT S-a owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.

Low usage
3,110 mi/yr
Typical
5,148 mi/yr
Average
5,930 mi/yr
Heavy usage
7,823 mi/yr

Audi RS 3 Launch ED TFSI QUAT S-a MOT Data by Registration Year

Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Audi RS 3 Launch ED TFSI QUAT S-a year you're looking at.

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2022 68 94.1% 17,678 23,885 31,386
2021 174 93.1% 17,577 22,184 28,568

How Long Does a Audi RS 3 Launch ED TFSI QUAT S-a Last?

Based on 115 Audi RS 3 Launch ED TFSI QUAT S-a vehicles on UK roads.

Average
3.3 years
Median
3.0 years

Audi RS 3 Launch ED TFSI QUAT S-a Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Audi RS 3 Launch ED TFSI QUAT S-a MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
23,256 mi
75th Percentile
29,715 mi
95th Percentile
42,470 mi
Max Recorded
59,128 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Audi RS 3 Launch ED TFSI QUAT S-a

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

Best year
2022

94.1% MOT pass rate from 68 tests

Year to avoid
2021

93.1% MOT pass rate from 174 tests

The best year to buy a used Audi RS 3 Launch ED TFSI QUAT S-a is 2022, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 94.1% across 68 tests. The 2021 model year has the lowest pass rate at 93.1% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.

How Does the Audi RS 3 Launch ED TFSI QUAT S-a Compare?

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

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Audi RS 3 Launch ED TFSI QUAT S-a THIS CAR 93.5% 245 23,256 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
Honda Nss 750 M 94.3% 353 7,018 mi — yrs

Compared to the Audi A3 (78.0% pass rate) and the Audi A4 (76.1% pass rate), the Audi RS 3 Launch ED TFSI QUAT S-a outperforms both on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Audi RS 3 Launch ED TFSI QUAT S-a?

The Audi RS 3 Launch ED TFSI QUAT S-a has an overall MOT pass rate of 93.5% across 245 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 RS 3 Launch ED TFSI QUAT S-a 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 RS 3 Launch ED TFSI QUAT S-a owner drives around 5,148 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 RS 3 Launch ED TFSI QUAT S-a — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Audi RS 3 Launch ED TFSI QUAT S-a reliable?
Based on 245 MOT tests, the Audi RS 3 Launch ED TFSI QUAT S-a has a 93.5% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Audi RS 3 Launch ED TFSI QUAT S-a?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Audi RS 3 Launch ED TFSI QUAT S-a do per year?
The typical Audi RS 3 Launch ED TFSI QUAT S-a does around 5,148 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Audi RS 3 Launch ED TFSI QUAT S-a last?
Lifespan data is not yet available for this model.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Audi RS 3 Launch ED TFSI QUAT S-a?
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 RS 3 Launch ED TFSI QUAT S-a?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Audi RS 3 Launch ED TFSI QUAT S-a is 2022 with a 94.1% pass rate across 68 tests.