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MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the Audi A3 S Line 35 Tfsi. Check any A3 S Line 35 Tfsi by registration number below.

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92.7%

Avg Pass Rate

+3.0%

vs Audi Avg

4

Year Ranges

Excellent

Reliability

Audi A3 S Line 35 Tfsi — MOT Reliability Overview

The Audi A3 S Line 35 Tfsi has an average MOT pass rate of 92.7%, which is 3.0 percentage points above the Audi brand average of 89.7%. This is a strong result, indicating that the A3 S Line 35 Tfsi is well-engineered and tends to age well mechanically. Owners can expect fewer surprises at MOT time.

The most common reasons a Audi A3 S Line 35 Tfsi fails its MOT are tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, a tyre seriously damaged, a tyre cords visible or damaged. If you are preparing your A3 S Line 35 Tfsi for its MOT, checking these areas first could save you a retest fee. Our detailed fault analysis includes estimated repair costs for each failure type.

Before buying a used Audi A3 S Line 35 Tfsi, we recommend checking the full MOT history, write-off status, outstanding finance, and stolen vehicle status. These checks can be done for free using the registration number.

MOT Pass Rate by Year

How the Audi A3 S Line 35 Tfsi performs at MOT across different model years.

2022

Based on 88 vehicles

90.9%Excellent
Audi average: 89.7%
Dangerous Defects

2.3%

Retest Rate

9.2%

Mileage at 3yr

35k mi

2021

Based on 3,043 vehicles

93.3%Excellent
Audi average: 89.7%
Dangerous Defects

2.6%

Retest Rate

8.5%

Mileage at 3yr

39k mi

2020

Based on 5,470 vehicles

93.1%Excellent
Audi average: 89.7%
Dangerous Defects

2.1%

Retest Rate

7.7%

Mileage at 3yr

37k mi

0

Based on 2,124 vehicles

93.4%Excellent
Audi average: 89.7%
Mileage at 5yr

22k mi

Top MOT Failures — Audi A3 S Line 35 Tfsi

The most common reasons a Audi A3 S Line 35 Tfsi fails its MOT, aggregated across all year ranges.

1

Tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements

1.8%
2

A tyre seriously damaged

1.3%
3

A tyre cords visible or damaged

0.8%
4

The aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements

0.3%
5

Wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen

0.3%
Audi A3 S Line 35 Tfsi Common Faults & Repair Costs

Where Failures Occur

The areas of the vehicle most commonly flagged during MOT inspections.

Front

1.1%

Front Offside Inner

1.1%

Front Nearside

1.1%

Other Audi Models

Compare MOT reliability across Audi models.

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90.3% pass rate

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89.5% pass rate

Audi All Road Avant

82.6% pass rate

Audi Rs 4 Vorsprung Tfsi Quattro A

94.7% pass rate

Audi E-tron S Quattro

82.6% pass rate

Audi TT

69.5% pass rate

Useful MOT Guides

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See detailed fault analysis for Audi A3 S Line 35 Tfsi

Audi A3 S Line 35 Tfsi — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Audi A3 S Line 35 Tfsi MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the Audi A3 S Line 35 Tfsi?
The average MOT pass rate for the Audi A3 S Line 35 Tfsi is 92.7% compared to the Audi average of 89.7%. Pass rates vary by year — check the year-by-year breakdown on this page for details.
What are the most common MOT failures on a Audi A3 S Line 35 Tfsi?
The most common MOT failures on the Audi A3 S Line 35 Tfsi are: Tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements (1.8%), A tyre seriously damaged (1.3%), A tyre cords visible or damaged (0.8%). These are the components most likely to cause an MOT failure.
Is the Audi A3 S Line 35 Tfsi reliable?
With an average MOT pass rate of 92.7%, the Audi A3 S Line 35 Tfsi is rated as "Excellent" for reliability. This is a strong result suggesting good build quality and fewer common defects.
How do I check the MOT history of a Audi A3 S Line 35 Tfsi?
Enter the vehicle's registration number in the search box at the top of this page. You will instantly see the complete MOT history including every test result, mileage readings, advisories, and dangerous defects — completely free.
What mileage should I expect on a Audi A3 S Line 35 Tfsi?
Typical mileage for the Audi A3 S Line 35 Tfsi: 35,014 miles at 3 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used A3 S Line 35 Tfsi to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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