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Audi Tt Sport Edition 40 TFSI S-a Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Audi Tt Sport Edition 40 TFSI S-a reliable? We analysed 722 real MOT tests across 426 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 722 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
92.0%
Typical Mileage
21,854mi
Annual Mileage
5,209mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

The Audi Tt Sport Edition 40 TFSI 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 Tt Sport Edition 40 TFSI S-a.

Audi Tt Sport Edition 40 TFSI S-a Number Plates

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Audi Tt Sport Edition 40 TFSI S-a MOT Pass Rate by Year

How likely is a Audi Tt Sport Edition 40 TFSI S-a to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.

88.5%
2023
89.9%
2022
94.8%
2021

Audi Tt Sport Edition 40 TFSI S-a Common Faults & Problems

These are the most common serious faults found on Audi Tt Sport Edition 40 TFSI S-a models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 21
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 2
Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 2

Audi Tt Sport Edition 40 TFSI S-a Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Audi Tt Sport Edition 40 TFSI 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
3,557 mi/yr
Typical
5,209 mi/yr
Average
6,065 mi/yr
Heavy usage
8,077 mi/yr

Audi Tt Sport Edition 40 TFSI S-a MOT Data by Registration Year

Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Audi Tt Sport Edition 40 TFSI S-a year you're looking at.

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2023 61 88.5% 11,926 19,225 25,776
2022 356 89.9% 14,956 21,324 29,152
2021 287 94.8% 14,556 23,160 31,232

How Long Does a Audi Tt Sport Edition 40 TFSI S-a Last?

Based on 426 Audi Tt Sport Edition 40 TFSI S-a vehicles on UK roads.

Average
2.7 years
Median
3.0 years

Audi Tt Sport Edition 40 TFSI S-a Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Audi Tt Sport Edition 40 TFSI S-a MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
21,854 mi
75th Percentile
29,280 mi
95th Percentile
47,225 mi
Max Recorded
95,472 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Audi Tt Sport Edition 40 TFSI S-a

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

Best year
2021

94.8% MOT pass rate from 287 tests

Year to avoid
2023

88.5% MOT pass rate from 61 tests

The best year to buy a used Audi Tt Sport Edition 40 TFSI S-a is 2021, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 94.8% across 287 tests. The 2023 model year has the lowest pass rate at 88.5% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.

How Does the Audi Tt Sport Edition 40 TFSI 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 Tt Sport Edition 40 TFSI S-a THIS CAR 92.0% 722 21,854 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
Kawasaki KH400 88.9% 1,008 16,011 mi 51 yrs

Compared to the Audi A3 (78.0% pass rate) and the Audi A4 (76.1% pass rate), the Audi Tt Sport Edition 40 TFSI S-a outperforms both on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Audi Tt Sport Edition 40 TFSI S-a?

The Audi Tt Sport Edition 40 TFSI S-a has an overall MOT pass rate of 92.0% across 722 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 Tt Sport Edition 40 TFSI 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 Tt Sport Edition 40 TFSI S-a owner drives around 5,209 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 Tt Sport Edition 40 TFSI S-a — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Audi Tt Sport Edition 40 TFSI S-a reliable?
Based on 722 MOT tests, the Audi Tt Sport Edition 40 TFSI S-a has a 92.0% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Audi Tt Sport Edition 40 TFSI S-a?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Audi Tt Sport Edition 40 TFSI S-a do per year?
The typical Audi Tt Sport Edition 40 TFSI S-a does around 5,209 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Audi Tt Sport Edition 40 TFSI S-a last?
Lifespan data is not yet available for this model.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Audi Tt Sport Edition 40 TFSI 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 Tt Sport Edition 40 TFSI S-a?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Audi Tt Sport Edition 40 TFSI S-a is 2021 with a 94.8% pass rate across 287 tests.