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

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89.5%

Avg Pass Rate

-0.2%

vs Audi Avg

3

Year Ranges

Excellent

Reliability

Audi A3 S Line 35 Tdi — MOT Reliability Overview

The Audi A3 S Line 35 Tdi has an average MOT pass rate of 89.5%, which is 0.2 percentage points below the Audi brand average of 89.7%. This is a strong result, indicating that the A3 S Line 35 Tdi 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 Tdi fails its MOT are tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements. If you are preparing your A3 S Line 35 Tdi 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 Tdi, 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 Tdi performs at MOT across different model years.

2020

Based on 209 vehicles

87.1%Excellent
Audi average: 89.7%
Dangerous Defects

7.2%

Retest Rate

12.0%

Mileage at 3yr

55k mi

Mileage at 5yr

78k mi

2019

Based on 316 vehicles

91.5%Excellent
Audi average: 89.7%
Dangerous Defects

4.5%

Retest Rate

8.0%

Mileage at 3yr

56k mi

Mileage at 5yr

73k mi

0

Based on 227 vehicles

89.9%Excellent
Audi average: 89.7%
Mileage at 5yr

38k mi

Top MOT Failures — Audi A3 S Line 35 Tdi

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

1

Tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements

3.8%
Audi A3 S Line 35 Tdi Common Faults & Repair Costs

Where Failures Occur

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

Front Offside

3.8%

Front Nearside

2.4%

Rear Nearside

1.4%

Other Audi Models

Compare MOT reliability across Audi models.

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89.5% pass rate

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82.6% pass rate

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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 Tdi

Audi A3 S Line 35 Tdi — Frequently Asked Questions

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

What is the MOT pass rate for the Audi A3 S Line 35 Tdi?
The average MOT pass rate for the Audi A3 S Line 35 Tdi is 89.5% 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 Tdi?
The most common MOT failures on the Audi A3 S Line 35 Tdi are: Tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements (3.8%). These are the components most likely to cause an MOT failure.
Is the Audi A3 S Line 35 Tdi reliable?
With an average MOT pass rate of 89.5%, the Audi A3 S Line 35 Tdi 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 Tdi?
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 Tdi?
Typical mileage for the Audi A3 S Line 35 Tdi: 55,152 miles at 3 years, 77,522 miles at 5 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used A3 S Line 35 Tdi to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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