2022 Audi RS Q3 Sport ED Tfsi Quattro SA 2.5L Petrol · YF22 HSD

With only two MOT tests on file, both of which returned a clean pass with no advisories, the recorded roadworthiness profile of this Audi RS Q3 is currently limited in depth but unblemished. The most recent examination on 13 May 2026 recorded no defects, matching the earlier 28 April 2025 pass in producing a completely clear result. Because the DVLA only requires MOT testing once a vehicle reaches three years of age, this 2022 model has just two data points available, so while there is no pattern of advisories or failures to flag, the sample is too small to draw firm long-term conclusions. What can be said objectively is that across the period covered, no component has yet been called out for attention by the testing station, and there is no recorded failure or refusal. Against an age of roughly four years, the recorded 38,721 miles equates to an average accumulation of around 9,680 miles annually, which sits squarely within typical usage parameters for a performance-oriented family vehicle. There is no anomalous jump in mileage between the two recorded tests, which on its face suggests consistent rather than erratic use, and no extended gap that would imply a prolonged period off the road. For a turbocharged performance SUV, this rate of mileage tends to keep consumables such as brake pads, discs, and tyres within a normal wear envelope while still ensuring the drivetrain, including the quattro system and DSG or automatic transmission, receives regular thermal cycling. The combination of moderate annual mileage and consistent testing intervals means there is no immediate usage red flag to reconcile against the test outcomes. For a prospective buyer, the absence of recorded advisories means there is no specific component history to interrogate, but the mechanical character of this vehicle warrants targeted inspection on a physical walkaround and test drive. The RS Q3 employs a sports-tuned suspension with revised dampers, stiffer bushes, and uprated anti-roll geometry compared with the standard Q3, and any future advisory is most likely to surface first in the form of worn front suspension bushes or top mount bearings, symptoms of which typically present as a dull thunk over speed humps or a vague, less precise feeling through the steering wheel on turn-in. Brake feel should be checked for a firm pedal without excess travel, as the performance braking package can suffer binding calipers after periods of light use; on the road, a pronounced pull to one side under firm braking or a juddering pedal would suggest uneven disc wear or a seized slider. The quattro drivetrain, including the rear differential and Haldex-type coupling where applicable, should be exercised on a roundabout or slippery surface to confirm there is no binding, clonking, or reluctance to drive all four wheels, and the transmission should be observed for any harsh or delayed shifts. Underneath, a thorough examination of the underbody is advisable given the performance torque outputs and the likelihood of stone chip damage on the rear silencer and undertray fixings, both of which would not be flagged at MOT until they reach a more advanced state. Tyre condition across all four corners should be checked for even shoulder wear, as quattro vehicles are particularly sensitive to mismatched rolling radii; uneven inner or outer wear would point to alignment or suspension geometry concerns. Finally, because the MOT record provides no visibility of routine servicing, any accompanying service history documentation should be verified for confirmation that the Haldex oil, brake fluid, and spark plugs have been renewed in line with Audi's performance service intervals, as neglect of these items would not surface in MOT testing but carries meaningful mechanical and financial risk on a vehicle of this specification.