Audi Common MOT Problems (2026)
Every Audi model ranked by MOT fail rate, with the most common issues identified for each. Based on 3,566,187 real MOT tests.
Average Audi MOT pass rate: 90%
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Models tested
Audi Models with the Most MOT Problems
Highest average fail rates across all tested years
| # | Model | Fail Rate | Common Issues | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Audi A2 | 27% | Suspension wear, Structural corrosion, Exhaust deterioration | |
| 2 | Audi Cabriolet | 23% | Suspension wear, Structural corrosion, Exhaust deterioration | |
| 3 | Audi A3 | 20% | Suspension wear, Structural corrosion, Exhaust deterioration | |
| 4 | Audi 80 | 20% | Suspension wear, Brake disc corrosion, Structural corrosion | |
| 5 | Audi Coupe | 20% | Suspension wear, Brake disc corrosion, Structural corrosion |
Most Reliable Audi Models
Lowest average fail rates; the Audi models least likely to have MOT problems
| # | Model | Pass Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Audi Tts Vorsprung Tfsi Quattro S-a | 100% | |
| 2 | Audi Rs 3 Vorsprung Tfsi Quattro Sa | 100% | |
| 3 | Audi Rs Q8 Tfsi Mhev Quattro Auto | 100% | |
| 4 | Audi Tts | 100% | |
| 5 | Audi Rs 4 Bronze Ed Tfsi Quat A | 97% |
All Audi Models by Fail Rate
Every Audi model and year combination, sorted by fail rate (highest first)
| Model | Year | Pass Rate | Fail Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| A4 | 1995 | 61% | 37% | |
| All Road Avant | 2004 | 67% | 33% | |
| A3 | 1997 | 68% | 31% | |
| 80 | 1993 | 68% | 31% | |
| Allroad | 2005 | 68% | 31% | |
| S4 Avant | 2006 | 70% | 30% | |
| Tt | 1999 | 71% | 29% | |
| A3 | 1998 | 70% | 29% | |
| A2 | 2001 | 70% | 28% | |
| A3 | 2000 | 71% | 28% | |
| A6 | 1997 | 71% | 28% | |
| A2 | 2000 | 71% | 28% | |
| A3 | 2005 | 72% | 27% | |
| A3 | 2004 | 72% | 27% | |
| A2 | 2002 | 72% | 27% | |
| A2 | 2004 | 72% | 27% | |
| A3 | 2002 | 72% | 27% | |
| A2 | 2003 | 71% | 27% | |
| A2 | 2005 | 72% | 27% | |
| A6 | 2002 | 73% | 27% | |
| S3 | 2003 | 72% | 27% | |
| A3 | 2006 | 73% | 26% | |
| Tt | 2002 | 73% | 26% | |
| A4 | 2003 | 74% | 26% | |
| A4 | 2002 | 72% | 26% | |
| Tt | 2000 | 72% | 26% | |
| A3 | 2003 | 74% | 26% | |
| A3 | 1999 | 72% | 26% | |
| A4 | 1997 | 74% | 26% | |
| Cabriolet | 1998 | 73% | 26% | |
| 80 | 1999 | 74% | 26% | |
| A4 | 2004 | 74% | 25% | |
| Tt | 2004 | 74% | 25% | |
| Tt | 2003 | 74% | 25% | |
| Tt | 2001 | 74% | 25% | |
| A4 | 2001 | 74% | 25% | |
| A3 | 2001 | 74% | 25% | |
| A6 | 2003 | 74% | 25% | |
| A6 | 1999 | 73% | 25% | |
| Cabriolet | 1995 | 75% | 25% | |
| Coupe | 1991 | 74% | 25% | |
| Cabriolet | 2009 | 73% | 25% | |
| A3 | 2008 | 76% | 24% | |
| A3 | 2007 | 75% | 24% | |
| Tt | 2005 | 75% | 24% | |
| A6 | 2004 | 75% | 24% | |
| A4 | 1998 | 75% | 24% | |
| A6 | 2000 | 75% | 24% | |
| Cabriolet | 1996 | 76% | 24% | |
| Cabriolet | 1994 | 76% | 24% |
Showing top 50 of 926 model/year combinations. View all Audi models
Audi MOT FAQ
What are the most common MOT problems on Audi cars?
The most common MOT problems on Audi cars vary by model and age, but typically include lighting defects, suspension wear, brake component deterioration, and tyre condition issues. Older Audi diesels are more prone to exhaust and emissions failures. The A2 has the highest average fail rate at 27%.
Which Audi model is the most reliable?
The most reliable Audi model in our data is the Tts Vorsprung Tfsi Quattro S-a with an average MOT pass rate of 100%. View all Audi models for full reliability data.
What is the average MOT pass rate for Audi?
The average MOT pass rate for Audi is 90%, based on 3,566,187 MOT tests across 357 models. This means about 10% of Audi cars fail their MOT on the first attempt.
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