Audi Q2 (2020)

Estimated running costs and MOT pass rates from 28,824 MOT tests in 2024.

Annual Cost

£1,630

£136/month

MOT Pass Rate

94%

Excellent

Road Tax

£200

Standard rate/year

Est. Insurance

Grp 1-8

999cc Petrol

Great Choice

94% pass rate, £1,630/year to run. 12 points above average.

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Petrol999cc6 years old28,824 tests32k miles avg

Annual Running Costs

Fuel (Petrol, 999cc)

~50 mpg

£1,175

Road Tax

Standard rate (from April 2017)

£200

MOT Test

£55

Predicted Repairs

Low estimate due to excellent reliability

£200

Total per year£1,630

Per month£136/mo

Per week£31/wk

Estimates based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), petrol at 174.57p a litre (GOV.UK weekly average, week of 19 October 2026), GOV.UK road tax rates and repair likelihood from MOT data. Insurance not included. Cars registered from April 2017 pay the £200 standard rate, plus £440 a year for five years (from the second year) if they cost over £40,000 new (over £50,000 for electric cars).

Reliability Verdict

94% MOT pass rate(Excellent)

0%All-model avg: 82%100%

Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. That's 12 points above the average of 82% across all models in our data. It also outperforms the Audi brand average of 90%.

94% of MOT tests on Audi Q2s from 2020 ended in a pass in 2024, when they were about 4 years old. That's based on 28,824 tests across the UK, retests included. The average mileage recorded at those tests was 31,824 miles.

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How Does It Compare?

Rank among 2020 models613th of 2,554(top 25%)

Rank among Audi models281st of 1,066(top half)

vs average of all models+12%(82% avg)

vs 2020 models average+2%(92% avg)

vs Audi average+4%(90% avg)

Mileage Analysis

31,824

Average miles

29,600

Expected for age

The average 2020 Audi Q2 had 31,824 miles on the clock at its 2024 MOT, which is in line with the expected 29,600 miles for a 4-year-old car, suggesting normal everyday use.

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Best Year to Buy?

Of the years with at least 100 tests, the 2021 model has the highest MOT pass rate at 95%, while the 2016 model has the lowest at 92%. The 2020 scores 94%. Newer cars usually pass more often simply because they are younger, so compare years of a similar age.

Audi Q2 by Year

Year	Pass Rate	Tests	Avg Mileage
2022	97%	761	20,803 mi
2021	95%	27,301	25,086 mi
2020	94%	28,824	31,824 mi
2019	94%	29,712	38,316 mi
2018	92%	25,971	45,436 mi
2017	92%	22,507	51,999 mi
2016	92%	1,362	59,208 mi

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About the 2020 Audi Q2

The 2020 Audi Q2 is a premium car. Our records list a 999cc petrol engine, though engines vary between versions. 28,824 MOT tests were recorded on this model in 2024, making it one of the most commonly tested models on UK roads. It ranks in the top 25% of all 2020 models for MOT pass rate.

With an average of 31,824 miles recorded at its 2024 MOT tests, Audi Q2 owners drive about as much as the UK average.

2020 Audi Q2 Fuel Costs

The modest 999cc petrol engine keeps fuel costs low, which is a real advantage for a premium car. Expect around 50 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £1,175 per year with petrol at 174.57p per litre (GOV.UK weekly average, week of 19 October 2026; based on 7,400 miles per year).

What does it cost to own a 2020 Audi Q2?

Total estimated annual running cost is £1,630 (£136/month), broken down as £1,175 fuel, £200 road tax, £55 MOT, and £200 predicted repairs. The low repair estimate reflects the excellent 94% pass rate. These cars rarely fail their MOT, so unexpected bills are less likely.

Audi Q2 Reliability Trend

The Audi Q2 has maintained consistent MOT pass rates across model years, varying by only 2 percentage points.

Buying a Used 2020 Audi Q2

At 6 years old, the Audi Q2 offers good value with plenty of life remaining. Most manufacturer warranties will have expired, so a pre-purchase inspection is worth the cost. If you're flexible on year, the 2021 model has the highest pass rate at 95%. With 28,824 MOT tests in our data, there's strong statistical confidence in these figures.

What the 2020 Audi Q2 Fails Its MOT On

Share of the 1,255 MOT tests on the 2020 Audi Q2 that failed at the first attempt in 2025, next to all cars and vans of the same age.

Tyres44%
Same age: 36%
Brakes21%
Same age: 17%
Lights and electrics18%
Same age: 23% (fails on this less often)
Windscreen, wipers and mirrors13%
Same age: 21% (fails on this less often)

DVSA anonymised MOT data for 2025; a test that failed on two areas counts in both. How we count it · Audi Q2 reliability, common problems and years to avoid

Common Issues to Watch For

These are typical issues for cars of this age, fuel type and engine size, not faults recorded on this model's MOT tests. Use them as a checklist when you view one.

Coil Pack Failure

Medium risk

Smaller petrol engines are prone to ignition coil failures, causing misfires and rough running. Replacement is £50-£150 per coil.

Service History

Low risk

Always request a full service history. Regular servicing is the single best indicator of how well a car has been maintained, regardless of mileage.

Running Costs Compared

How the 2020 Audi Q2 stacks up against similar cars for estimated annual running costs, insurance group, and tax.

Car	Pass Rate	Fuel/yr	Tax/yr	Est. Ins. Group	Total/yr
Audi Q2(2020)	94%	£1,175	£200	Grp 1-8	£1,630
Ford Fiesta(2018)	90%	£1,175	£200	Grp 1-8	£1,630same
Volkswagen Golf(2019)	92%	£1,398	£200	Grp 12-25	£1,853+£223
Vauxhall Corsa(2018)	85%	£1,398	£200	Grp 8-20	£2,003+£373
Nissan Qashqai(2018)	87%	£1,175	£200	Grp 5-15	£1,780+£150

Estimates based on 7,400 miles/year, GOV.UK average pump prices for the week of 19 October 2026, GOV.UK road tax rates and MOT data. Insurance groups are our rough estimate from engine size, not official groups. Actual costs vary by driver, location, and usage.

Questions about the 2020 Audi Q2

Is the 2020 Audi Q2 reliable?

Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. 94% of MOT tests on 2020 Audi Q2s ended in a pass, from 28,824 tests (DVSA MOT data for tests in 2024, retests included). That's 12 points above the average of 82% across all models in the same data.

How much does a 2020 Audi Q2 cost to run?

Our estimate is £1,630 a year (£136 a month): £1,175 fuel, £200 road tax, £55 MOT and £200 predicted repairs, based on 7,400 miles a year. Insurance is not included.

What is the MOT pass rate for a 2020 Audi Q2?

94% of 28,824 MOT tests on the 2020 Audi Q2 ended in a pass (DVSA MOT data for tests in 2024, retests included). That ranks it 613th of 2,554 models first registered in 2020 (top 25%).

Which year Audi Q2 has the best MOT pass rate?

Of the years with at least 100 tests, the 2021 Audi Q2 has the highest MOT pass rate at 95% and the 2016 the lowest at 92%. Newer cars usually pass more often simply because they are younger and have done fewer miles.

What is the average mileage for a 2020 Audi Q2?

The average mileage recorded at MOT tests on the 2020 Audi Q2 is 31,824 miles, which is in line with the expected 29,600 miles for a 4-year-old car, suggesting normal everyday use.