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Audi Q3 S Line ED TDI QUATTRO S-a Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Audi Q3 S Line ED TDI QUATTRO S-a reliable? We analysed 421 real MOT tests across 106 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 421 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
94.1%
Typical Mileage
61,433mi
Annual Mileage
10,031mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

The Audi Q3 S Line ED TDI QUATTRO 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 Q3 S Line ED TDI QUATTRO S-a.

Specifications

Audi Q3 S Line ED TDI QUATTRO S-a — specs & performance

Verified from DVLA & DVSA records

A snapshot of the engine, performance, dimensions, fuel economy and running costs for the Audi Q3 S Line ED TDI QUATTRO S-a — drawn from official DVLA vehicle records and the DVSA fuel-economy database.

1968cc
Engine
150bhp
Power
9.3sec
0–62 mph
55.4mpg
Combined
133g/km
CO₂

Engine & Performance

Engine size
1968cc
Power
150 BHP
0–62 mph
9.3 sec
Fuel type
Diesel

Body & Dimensions

Body type
Car
Common colour
Blue
Wheel plan
2 Axle Rigid Body

Fuel Economy

Combined
55.4 mpg
Urban
47.1 mpg
Extra-urban
61.4 mpg
Fuel cost / 12k mi
£1528

Tax & Emissions

CO2 output
133 g/km Band E
Emission class
6b
Road tax (12 mo.)
£145
Road tax (6 mo.)
£79.75
Insurance group
22 of 50
Sources: DVLA vehicle register · DVSA fuel-economy database · VCA emissions data. Specifications reflect a representative Audi Q3 S Line ED TDI QUATTRO S-a record and may vary by trim, year and option pack.

Audi Q3 S Line ED TDI QUATTRO S-a Number Plates

Number plates registered to a Audi Q3 S Line ED TDI QUATTRO S-a. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.

Audi Q3 S Line ED TDI QUATTRO S-a Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Audi Q3 S Line ED TDI QUATTRO 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
7,345 mi/yr
Typical
10,031 mi/yr
Average
14,093 mi/yr
Heavy usage
13,085 mi/yr

Audi Q3 S Line ED TDI QUATTRO S-a Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Audi Q3 S Line ED TDI QUATTRO S-a MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
61,433 mi
75th Percentile
80,867 mi
95th Percentile
109,902 mi
Max Recorded
143,089 mi

How Does the Audi Q3 S Line ED TDI QUATTRO 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 Q3 S Line ED TDI QUATTRO S-a THIS CAR 94.1% 421 61,433 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
Triumph Scrambler 1200 XC 92.3% 337 4,985 mi — yrs

Compared to the Audi A3 (78.0% pass rate) and the Audi A4 (76.1% pass rate), the Audi Q3 S Line ED TDI QUATTRO S-a outperforms both on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Audi Q3 S Line ED TDI QUATTRO S-a?

The Audi Q3 S Line ED TDI QUATTRO S-a has an overall MOT pass rate of 94.1% across 421 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.

A typical Audi Q3 S Line ED TDI QUATTRO S-a owner drives around 10,031 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 Q3 S Line ED TDI QUATTRO S-a — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Audi Q3 S Line ED TDI QUATTRO S-a reliable?
Based on 421 MOT tests, the Audi Q3 S Line ED TDI QUATTRO S-a has a 94.1% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Audi Q3 S Line ED TDI QUATTRO S-a?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Audi Q3 S Line ED TDI QUATTRO S-a do per year?
The typical Audi Q3 S Line ED TDI QUATTRO S-a does around 10,031 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Audi Q3 S Line ED TDI QUATTRO S-a last?
Lifespan data is not yet available for this model.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Audi Q3 S Line ED TDI QUATTRO 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.