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Audi 100

Reliability, estimated running costs, and MOT data across 5 model years from 299 MOT tests in 2024.

Avg Pass Rate

84%

Total Tests

299

Model Years

1990 to 1994

Years Covered

5

About the Audi 100

The Audi 100 was MOT tested 299 times in 2024 (DVSA data, retests included) across 5 model years (1990 to 1994), with an average pass rate of 84%. That's slightly above the average of 82% across all models in our data. Our records list petrol versions.

Mileage Across Years

The oldest model in our data (1990) averages 129,885 miles, while the newest (1994) averages 165,828 miles. Older models have covered serious mileage, so suspension and drivetrain wear are worth checking.

Compared to the Audi brand average of 90%, the 100 is 6 points lower, placing it among the less reliable Audi models.

Estimated Running Costs

Fuel (Petrol, 2598cc)
£1,958
Road Tax
£375
MOT Test
£55
Predicted Repairs
£500
Total per year£2,888
Per month£241/mo

Based on 7,400 miles/year, average pump prices of 174.57p petrol and 199.33p diesel (GOV.UK weekly road fuel prices, week of 19 October 2026), and MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.

Full 1994 details

How reliable is the Audi 100?

vs average of all models+2% (82% avg)
vs Audi brand average-6% (90% avg)

Audi 100 by Year

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YearPass RateTestsAvg Mileage
199477%95165,828 mi
199379%43167,094 mi
199292%49156,538 mi
199189%54129,101 mi
199083%58129,885 mi

Questions about the Audi 100

Is the Audi 100 reliable?

Across its 5 model years in our data (1990 to 1994), the Audi 100 averages an 84% MOT pass rate, from 299 tests (DVSA MOT data for tests in 2024, retests included). That's 2 points above the average of 82% across all models in the same data.

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