Audi RS4 Avant Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Audi RS4 Avant reliable? We analysed 7,553 real MOT tests across 494 vehicles to find out.
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The Audi RS4 Avant is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, position lamp(s) not working and constant velocity joint gaiter split. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Audi RS4 Avant.
Audi RS4 Avant Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Audi RS4 Avant. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Audi RS4 Avant MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Audi RS4 Avant to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Audi RS4 Avant Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Audi RS4 Avant fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Audi RS4 Avant Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Audi RS4 Avant owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Audi RS4 Avant MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Audi RS4 Avant year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | 72 | 86.1% | 40,118 | 52,389 | 64,056 |
| 2013 | 102 | 85.3% | 34,344 | 46,716 | 68,277 |
| 2007 | 1,564 | 84.1% | 46,612 | 71,898 | 95,716 |
| 2006 | 841 | 85.4% | 45,851 | 68,502 | 93,007 |
| 2002 | 145 | 84.1% | 54,716 | 78,934 | 108,028 |
| 2001 | 2,910 | 78.4% | 68,156 | 91,765 | 116,581 |
| 2000 | 1,762 | 78.3% | 70,741 | 93,096 | 116,877 |
How Long Does a Audi RS4 Avant Last?
Based on 494 Audi RS4 Avant vehicles on UK roads.
Audi RS4 Avant Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Audi RS4 Avant MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.
Best Year to Buy a Used Audi RS4 Avant
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
86.1% MOT pass rate from 72 tests
78.3% MOT pass rate from 1,762 tests
The best year to buy a used Audi RS4 Avant is 2014, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 86.1% across 72 tests. The 2000 model year has the lowest pass rate at 78.3% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Audi RS4 Avant Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Audi RS4 Avant THIS CAR | 80.8% | 7,553 | 83,260 mi | 26 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 |
| Skoda Octavia SE TSI | 92.6% | 3,505 | 39,364 mi | — yrs |
Compared to the Audi A3 (78.0% pass rate) and the Audi A4 (76.1% pass rate), the Audi RS4 Avant outperforms both on MOT reliability.
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The Audi RS4 Avant has an overall MOT pass rate of 80.8% across 7,553 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.
The most common problems on the Audi RS4 Avant are tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (118 recorded failures), position lamp(s) not working (115), and constant velocity joint gaiter split (97). These are the faults most likely to cause an MOT failure on this model, so check for them carefully on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection. Many are wear-and-tear items that can be budgeted for, but a car that's already failing on multiple fronts may signal neglected maintenance.
A typical Audi RS4 Avant owner drives around 3,636 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.
In terms of longevity, most Audi RS4 Avant models stay on UK roads for around 26 years — a strong showing that suggests solid build quality and readily available parts. If you're buying one that's already approaching that window, the data suggests it has plenty of life left provided it's been maintained.
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.