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Audi RS4 reliability by build year

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We've only got 552 MOT tests for Audi RS4 models built around 2007 (18 years old). Treat these numbers as a rough guide.

At a glance

Audi RS4 built around 2007: fails its MOT less often than average

Audi RS4 models built around 2007 fail their MOT less often than similar cars the same age. An independent inspection matters more than the wider numbers on cars this old.

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Key figure

14% of MOT tests on Audi RS4 models built around 2007 ended in a fail (retests included), against 28% for similar cars the same age.

Most common issue

The most common MOT issue on Audi RS4 models built around 2007 involves the suspension.

Before you view it

What to check before viewing

The Audi RS4's most common MOT issues, turned into things to ask about or look for.

Brake discs

High priority

Ask for the date and mileage of the last disc replacement; visually check for a deep wear lip and rust pitting on each disc.

Brake pipes and hoses

High priority

Look under the car for corrosion or chafing on the rigid brake pipes near the rear axle.

Suspension bushes and joints

Worth checking

Listen for knocks over speed bumps and ask about recent control-arm or anti-roll-bar work.

Tyres

Worth checking

Check tread depth across the full width on all four; uneven wear suggests alignment or suspension issues.

Vehicle-specific check

Worth checking

Check the car’s number plate on MOT Wise to see its own MOT history and any recalls for its build years.

By build year

How build years differ

Use the build-year guide below to separate newer build years from older ones.

Find your RS4's generation

Each card below is a different generation. Select your year and we'll highlight the match.

RS4 B9

B9 (2018-2024)

Not enough tests to rate
PETROL

6.9% fail rate, built around 2020 (5 years old)

Likely between 4.2% and 11.0%

Fails less often than the average car this age (about 1 in 8 MOTs, 12.8%)

From 218 MOT tests at this ageView details →
B

B8 (2012-2015)

Excellent
PETROL

9.8% fail rate, built around 2015 (10 years old)

Likely between 5.7% and 16.3%

Fails less often than the average car this age (about 1 in 4 MOTs, 22.8%)

From 123 MOT tests at this ageView details →
B

B7 (2006-2008)

Excellent
PETROL

14.5% fail rate, built around 2007 (18 years old)

Likely between 11.8% and 17.7%

Fails less often than the average car this age (about 3 in 10 MOTs, 31.3%)

From 552 MOT tests at this ageView details →
Pre

Older models (before 2005)

PETROL

15.7% fail rate, built around 2001 (24 years old)

Likely between 9.9% and 24.0%

Fails less often than the average car this age (about 3 in 10 MOTs, 29.4%)

From 102 MOT tests at this ageLimited data

Not sure which one you're looking at?

Match your build year to its generation, then see the fail rates for those build years of the Audi RS4.

See every build year for the Audi RS4

Side-by-side

Audi RS4 generations compared

Each generation is shown at 7 years old if it has at least 100 MOT tests at that age. If not, or if its cars are too new to be 7, it's shown at another age. We try ages close to 7 first. Newer generations have fewer years of data.

GenerationRatingFail rate
B9 (2018-2024)
No ratingNot enough tests to rate
No ratingNot enough tests to rate6.9%likely between 4.2% and 11.0%built around 2020 (5 years old)from 218 MOT tests at this age
B8 (2012-2015)
Excellent
Excellent9.8%likely between 5.7% and 16.3%built around 2015 (10 years old)from 123 MOT tests at this age
B7 (2006-2008)
Excellent
Excellent14.5%likely between 11.8% and 17.7%built around 2007 (18 years old)from 552 MOT tests at this age
Older models (before 2005)
No rating
No rating15.7%likely between 9.9% and 24.0%built around 2001 (24 years old)from 102 MOT tests at this age

Each row is one generation of the RS4, shown at the age printed under its fail rate. So rows can be different ages. Fail rate is the share of MOT tests that ended in a fail, retests included. A rating is given only when there are enough tests to place the fail rate in one rating band with 95% confidence.

By age

Audi RS4 fail rate by age

This chart combines every Audi RS4 ever sold. It's good for the big picture. For one generation, scroll up to the build-year cards.

Below typicalAbove typicalHigh (28% or more)Highest fail rate
Age / builtFail rateMOT tests
3 yearsbuilt around 2022
3659.3%
4 yearsbuilt around 2021
3659.3%
5 yearsbuilt around 2020
2186.9%
10 yearsbuilt around 2015
1239.8%
11 yearsbuilt around 2014
2139.9%
12 yearsbuilt around 2013
12312.2%
17 yearsbuilt around 2008
16715.0%
18 yearsbuilt around 2007
55214.5%
19 yearsbuilt around 2006
17012.9%
24 yearsbuilt around 2001
10215.7%

Fail rate is the share of MOT tests that ended in a fail. Retests count as tests. How we count fail rates Build years are worked out from age, so they are approximate. Tests counted are 2025 MOTs. Highest fail rate at 24 years old.

All generations of this model

What goes wrong most often on 18-year-old Audi RS4 models

These issues come from 18-year-old Audi RS4 models, every generation combined.

All generations of this modelNot much data

Most common advisories and fails

In order of the share of MOT tests that recorded each one

  1. 1
    Advisory

    Suspension arm pin or bush worn, but not moving too much

    12.0%
    Advisory: 114Fail: 12 (10% of the times it was found)
  2. 2
    Advisory

    Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    8.3%
    Advisory: 69Fail: 1 (1% of the times it was found)
  3. 3
    Advisory

    Tyre worn close to the legal limit or worn on the edge

    8.0%
    Advisory: 70Fail: 3 (4% of the times it was found)
  4. 4
    Minor

    Suspension ball joint dust cover badly deteriorated

    6.5%
    Advisory: 0Fail: 0 (0% of the times it was found)
  5. 5
    Advisory

    Brake pipe corroded or covered in grease

    6.2%
    Advisory: 47Fail: 2 (4% of the times it was found)

Based on 552 MOT tests on 18-year-old Audi RS4 models, every generation combined.

All generations of this model

Issues that often appear together

The pairs seen most often when an MOT on 18-year-old Audi RS4 models notes problems with more than one part of the car.

Issues that often appear together on this model

All generations of this modelNot much data
  1. Brakes + Suspension38%
  2. Brakes + Tyres21%
  3. Suspension + Tyres15%
  4. Body & structure + Brakes15%

Both were noted at the same test. That doesn't mean one caused the other.

Across 160 MOT tests on Audi RS4 cars built around 2007 (18 years old) where more than one part of the car was noted.

Still registered

How many are still registered, and recalls

How many of these are still registered in the UK, and what's been recalled across the model.

How many are still registered

92%of this model's cars first registered in 2014 to 2015 were still registered 10 years later

UK average for cars first registered in 2014 to 2015: 92% · The same

The share still registered can reflect demand, the cost of repairs, exports, write-offs and how owners use the car. It isn't proof of how long the car lasts mechanically.

Source: DfT vehicle licensing statistics (VEH0124).

Recall context

DVSA's recall list has no recalls filed under the Audi RS4 name. For the exact car, check with the maker or GOV.UK's recall checker.

Like-for-like

Other estates to compare

Other estates to compare

  1. 1

    Volvo V50

    Same body type, tested at the same age

    Fail rate
    33.3%
    Fail, no pass in 3 days
    9.9%
    Dangerous
    10.7%

    No clear edge over the Audi RS4 on these figures.

    3,173 MOT tests on cars built around 2007

  2. 2

    Volvo V70

    Same body type, tested at the same age

    Fail rate
    30.7%
    Fail, no pass in 3 days
    9.7%
    Dangerous
    8.8%
    Still registered at 10 years
    94.7%

    No clear edge over the Audi RS4 on these figures.

    3,160 MOT tests on cars built around 2007

  3. 3

    Volvo XC70

    Same body type, tested at the same age

    Fail rate
    30.5%
    Fail, no pass in 3 days
    11.6%
    Dangerous
    8.4%
    Still registered at 10 years
    97.7%

    More still registered at 10 years: 98%, against 92% for the Audi RS4.

    1,435 MOT tests on cars built around 2007

Fail rate
= the share of MOT tests that ended in a fail. Retests count as tests.
Fail, no pass in 3 days
= the share of MOT tests that failed and still hadn't passed 3 days later. A fail that passed a retest within 3 days, even the same day, isn't counted.
Dangerous
= the share of MOT tests where the tester marked a fault as dangerous. It is against the law to drive the car until it is fixed.
Still registered at 10 years
= the share of cars still registered (taxed or declared off the road) 10 years after they were first registered.

Common questions

Frequently asked questions

Built around 2007 (18 years old), the Audi RS4 across all generations combined fails MOTs noticeably less often than typical for this age. This is based on 552 18-year-old MOT tests from DVSA data. Each retest counts as a test.

These figures come from DVSA's MOT records. Across every Audi RS4 ever sold: 2,398 tests. The main figures are for cars built around 2007 (18 years old): 552 tests. They are a guide, not a guarantee. Always inspect the car or have a mechanic check it.