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MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the Audi RS4. Check any RS4 by registration number below.

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89.8%

Avg Pass Rate

+0.1%

vs Audi Avg

10

Year Ranges

Excellent

Reliability

Audi RS4 — MOT Reliability Overview

The Audi RS4 has an average MOT pass rate of 89.8%, which is 0.1 percentage points above the Audi brand average of 89.7%. This is a strong result, indicating that the RS4 is well-engineered and tends to age well mechanically. Owners can expect fewer surprises at MOT time.

The most common reasons a Audi RS4 fails its MOT are a transmission shaft constant velocity joint boot missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc, a brake hose ferrule excessively corroded, a tyre cords visible or damaged. If you are preparing your RS4 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 RS4, 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 RS4 performs at MOT across different model years.

2018

Based on 51 vehicles

100.0%Excellent
Audi average: 89.7%
Dangerous Defects

0.0%

2015

Based on 53 vehicles

92.5%Excellent
Audi average: 89.7%
Dangerous Defects

0.0%

Retest Rate

5.7%

Mileage at 10yr

80k mi

2014

Based on 708 vehicles

90.8%Excellent
Audi average: 89.7%
Dangerous Defects

1.7%

Retest Rate

8.7%

Mileage at 10yr

115k mi

2013

Based on 665 vehicles

91.1%Excellent
Audi average: 89.7%
Dangerous Defects

1.4%

Retest Rate

14.9%

Mileage at 10yr

115k mi

2012

Based on 45 vehicles

93.3%Excellent
Audi average: 89.7%
Dangerous Defects

3.6%

Retest Rate

3.6%

2008

Based on 81 vehicles

82.7%Good
Audi average: 89.7%
Dangerous Defects

0.0%

Retest Rate

8.3%

2007

Based on 957 vehicles

84.6%Good
Audi average: 89.7%
Dangerous Defects

2.3%

Retest Rate

10.0%

2006

Based on 971 vehicles

85.5%Excellent
Audi average: 89.7%
Dangerous Defects

2.6%

Retest Rate

12.6%

2001

Based on 46 vehicles

91.3%Excellent
Audi average: 89.7%
Dangerous Defects

0.0%

Retest Rate

8.0%

0

Based on 1,287 vehicles

86.0%Excellent
Audi average: 89.7%
Mileage at 5yr

85k mi

Top MOT Failures — Audi RS4

The most common reasons a Audi RS4 fails its MOT, aggregated across all year ranges.

1

A transmission shaft constant velocity joint boot missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc

2.1%
2

A brake hose ferrule excessively corroded

1.9%
3

A tyre cords visible or damaged

1.4%
4

A suspension joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc

1.0%
Audi RS4 Common Faults & Repair Costs

Other Audi Models

Compare MOT reliability across Audi models.

Audi A5 S Ln Blk Ed 35 Tfsi Mhev Sa

90.3% pass rate

Audi A6 Aroad Sport 55tfsi Mhev Q A

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

Common MOT Failures

The most common reasons UK vehicles fail their MOT — and how to prepare.

MOT Checklist

Pre-MOT checklist to improve your chances of passing first time.

Advisory vs Failure

Understanding the difference between MOT advisories and failures.

See detailed fault analysis for Audi RS4

Audi RS4 — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Audi RS4 MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the Audi RS4?
The average MOT pass rate for the Audi RS4 is 89.8% 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 RS4?
The most common MOT failures on the Audi RS4 are: A transmission shaft constant velocity joint boot missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.1%), A brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.9%), A tyre cords visible or damaged (1.4%). These are the components most likely to cause an MOT failure.
Is the Audi RS4 reliable?
With an average MOT pass rate of 89.8%, the Audi RS4 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 RS4?
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 RS4?
Typical mileage for the Audi RS4: 79,515 miles at 10 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used RS4 to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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