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Audi RS4 QUATTRO Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Audi RS4 QUATTRO reliable? We analysed 488 real MOT tests across 112 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 488 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
85.7%
Typical Mileage
79,781mi
Annual Mileage
1,405mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

The Audi RS4 QUATTRO is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively, headlamp aim too low and coil spring cracked. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Audi RS4 QUATTRO.

Audi RS4 QUATTRO Number Plates

Number plates registered to a Audi RS4 QUATTRO. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.

Audi RS4 QUATTRO Problems — What Goes Wrong?

The most common reasons a Audi RS4 QUATTRO fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 4
Headlamp aim too low 3
coil spring cracked 2
coil spring incomplete 2
position lamp(s) not working 2
Headlamp aim too high 2
Headlamps matched pair are incorrectly positioned 1
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1
Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' 1
Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' 1

Audi RS4 QUATTRO Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Audi RS4 QUATTRO owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.

Low usage
524 mi/yr
Typical
1,405 mi/yr
Average
3,424 mi/yr
Heavy usage
2,908 mi/yr

Audi RS4 QUATTRO Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Audi RS4 QUATTRO MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
79,781 mi
75th Percentile
99,341 mi
95th Percentile
141,911 mi
Max Recorded
207,099 mi

How Does the Audi RS4 QUATTRO Compare?

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

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Audi RS4 QUATTRO THIS CAR 85.7% 488 79,781 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
Suzuki Gsf 1200 X 88.6% 909 21,800 mi 28 yrs

Compared to the Audi A3 (78.0% pass rate) and the Audi A4 (76.1% pass rate), the Audi RS4 QUATTRO outperforms both on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Audi RS4 QUATTRO?

The Audi RS4 QUATTRO has an overall MOT pass rate of 85.7% across 488 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 QUATTRO are windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (4 recorded failures), headlamp aim too low (3), and coil spring cracked (2). 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 QUATTRO owner drives around 1,405 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 RS4 QUATTRO — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Audi RS4 QUATTRO reliable?
Based on 488 MOT tests, the Audi RS4 QUATTRO has a 85.7% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Audi RS4 QUATTRO?
The most common MOT failures are windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively, headlamp aim too low, and coil spring cracked. Check these on any test drive.
How many miles does a Audi RS4 QUATTRO do per year?
The typical Audi RS4 QUATTRO does around 1,405 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Audi RS4 QUATTRO last?
Lifespan data is not yet available for this model.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Audi RS4 QUATTRO?
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.