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AUDI A3 SPORT 40 TFSI E S-A (2021)

Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 3,688 real MOT tests in 2024.

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MOT Pass Rate

90%

Total Tests (2024)

3,688

Avg Mileage

33,035 mi

Est. Annual Cost

£1,582

Is the 2021 AUDI A3 SPORT 40 TFSI E S-A reliable?

Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. That's 8 points above the national average of 82%.

At 3 years old, 90% of AUDI A3 SPORT 40 TFSI E S-As from 2021 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 3,688 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 33,035 miles.

How does the 2021 AUDI A3 SPORT 40 TFSI E S-A compare?

Rank among all 2021 cars2439th out of 3,373(top 72%)
Rank among all AUDI models682th out of 1,079(top 63%)
vs national average+8% (82% avg)
vs 2021 cars average-2% (92% avg)
vs AUDI average+0% (90% avg)

Mileage Analysis

The average 2021 AUDI A3 SPORT 40 TFSI E S-A has 33,035 miles on the clock, which is above the expected 22,200 miles for a 3-year-old car. Higher-mileage cars often have more motorway miles, which is generally less harmful than stop-start urban driving.

How much does a 2021 AUDI A3 SPORT 40 TFSI E S-A cost to run?

⛽Fuel (Hybrid, 1395cc)
£1,137
🏛️Road Tax
£190
🔧MOT Test
£55
🛠️Predicted Repairs
£200
Total per year£1,582
Per month£132/mo

Based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), current fuel prices, and repair likelihood from MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.

AUDI A3 SPORT 40 TFSI E S-A by Year

YearPass RateTestsAvg Mileage
202284%13432,750 mi
202190%3,68833,035 mi
202088%32943,458 mi

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About the 2021 AUDI A3 SPORT 40 TFSI E S-A

The 2021 AUDI A3 SPORT 40 TFSI E S-A is a premium with a 1395cc hybrid engine. 3,688 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a reasonably common sight on UK roads. Among all cars from 2021, the average MOT pass rate is 92%, and this model falls short of that benchmark.

With an average of 33,035 miles at 3 years old, AUDI A3 SPORT 40 TFSI E S-A owners cover more miles than the average driver.

2021 AUDI A3 SPORT 40 TFSI E S-A Fuel Costs

The 1395cc hybrid engine offers a reasonable balance between performance and economy. Expect around 42 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £1,137 per year at current hybrid prices of 142p per litre (based on 7,400 miles per year). As a hybrid, real-world fuel costs will vary significantly depending on how much electric-only driving you do.

What does it cost to own a 2021 AUDI A3 SPORT 40 TFSI E S-A?

Total estimated annual running cost is £1,582 (£132/month), broken down as £1137 fuel, £190 road tax, £55 MOT, and £200 predicted repairs. The low repair estimate reflects the excellent 90% pass rate. These cars rarely fail their MOT, so unexpected bills are less likely.

AUDI A3 SPORT 40 TFSI E S-A Reliability Trend

The AUDI A3 SPORT 40 TFSI E S-A has maintained consistent MOT pass rates across model years, varying by only 1 percentage points.

Buying a Used 2021 AUDI A3 SPORT 40 TFSI E S-A

At 3 years old, this is still relatively fresh. You may find examples with remaining manufacturer warranty. Depreciation is slowing but hasn't bottomed out yet.

Alternatives to the 2021 AUDI A3 SPORT 40 TFSI E S-A

If reliability is your priority, there are 4 similar cars with a higher MOT pass rate. Here are comparable hybrid cars with similar engines: