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Audi S4 TDI QUATTRO Auto Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Audi S4 TDI QUATTRO Auto reliable? We analysed 1,427 real MOT tests across 371 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 1,427 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
90.7%
Typical Mileage
38,913mi
Annual Mileage
8,897mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

The Audi S4 TDI QUATTRO Auto is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Audi S4 TDI QUATTRO Auto.

Audi S4 TDI QUATTRO Auto Number Plates

Number plates registered to a Audi S4 TDI QUATTRO Auto. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.

Audi S4 TDI QUATTRO Auto MOT Pass Rate by Year

How likely is a Audi S4 TDI QUATTRO Auto to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.

90.9%
2020
90.5%
2019

Audi S4 TDI QUATTRO Auto Common Faults & Problems

These are the most common serious faults found on Audi S4 TDI QUATTRO Auto models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 18
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 8
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 6
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 6

Audi S4 TDI QUATTRO Auto Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Audi S4 TDI QUATTRO Auto owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.

Low usage
5,966 mi/yr
Typical
8,897 mi/yr
Average
10,416 mi/yr
Heavy usage
12,649 mi/yr

Audi S4 TDI QUATTRO Auto MOT Data by Registration Year

Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Audi S4 TDI QUATTRO Auto year you're looking at.

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2020 833 90.9% 28,140 39,763 53,558
2019 506 90.5% 27,012 38,316 51,880

How Long Does a Audi S4 TDI QUATTRO Auto Last?

Based on 371 Audi S4 TDI QUATTRO Auto vehicles on UK roads.

Average
4.9 years
Median
5.0 years

Audi S4 TDI QUATTRO Auto Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Audi S4 TDI QUATTRO Auto MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
38,913 mi
75th Percentile
53,120 mi
95th Percentile
78,640 mi
Max Recorded
144,693 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Audi S4 TDI QUATTRO Auto

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

Best year
2020

90.9% MOT pass rate from 833 tests

Year to avoid
2019

90.5% MOT pass rate from 506 tests

The best year to buy a used Audi S4 TDI QUATTRO Auto is 2020, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 90.9% across 833 tests. The 2019 model year has the lowest pass rate at 90.5% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.

How Does the Audi S4 TDI QUATTRO Auto Compare?

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

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Audi S4 TDI QUATTRO Auto THIS CAR 90.7% 1,427 38,913 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
Pgo Rodo Show 80.7% 611 9,486 mi 25 yrs

Compared to the Audi A3 (78.0% pass rate) and the Audi A4 (76.1% pass rate), the Audi S4 TDI QUATTRO Auto outperforms both on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Audi S4 TDI QUATTRO Auto?

The Audi S4 TDI QUATTRO Auto has an overall MOT pass rate of 90.7% across 1,427 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 S4 TDI QUATTRO Auto 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 S4 TDI QUATTRO Auto owner drives around 8,897 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 S4 TDI QUATTRO Auto — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Audi S4 TDI QUATTRO Auto reliable?
Based on 1,427 MOT tests, the Audi S4 TDI QUATTRO Auto has a 90.7% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Audi S4 TDI QUATTRO Auto?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Audi S4 TDI QUATTRO Auto do per year?
The typical Audi S4 TDI QUATTRO Auto does around 8,897 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Audi S4 TDI QUATTRO Auto last?
Lifespan data is not yet available for this model.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Audi S4 TDI QUATTRO Auto?
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 S4 TDI QUATTRO Auto?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Audi S4 TDI QUATTRO Auto is 2020 with a 90.9% pass rate across 833 tests.