28 Model Years Analyzed
Audi A3
MOT Pass Rate & Statistics
Average pass rate across all model years (1996-2023), based on 493,200 DVSA recorded tests.
82.3%
Average Pass Rate
28
Model Years
493k
Tests Analyzed
Most Tested Year
2015 Audi A3 MOT Pass Rate & Common Failures
Pass Rate by Year
4 tests
6 tests
15 tests
5,152 tests
23,350 tests
29,967 tests
37,966 tests
44,060 tests
47,919 tests
46,099 tests
33,636 tests
33,139 tests
28,698 tests
34,516 tests
31,654 tests
27,892 tests
22,509 tests
19,084 tests
13,247 tests
6,130 tests
2,728 tests
2,019 tests
1,376 tests
930 tests
523 tests
414 tests
155 tests
12 tests
Most Common Failures Across All Years
- 1Tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements
- 2A tyre seriously damaged
- 3A suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn
- 4Brake disc or drum excessively weakened, insecure or fractured
- 5A spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average MOT pass rate for a Audi A3?
The Audi A3 has an average 82.3% MOT pass rate across model years 1996 to 2023, based on DVSA test data.
What are the most common MOT failures on a Audi A3?
The most common MOT failure reasons for the Audi A3 across all years are: tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, a tyre seriously damaged, a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn. These are typical wear items that can often be checked and addressed before your test.
Which Audi A3 year has the best MOT pass rate?
MOT pass rates vary by year - newer models typically have higher pass rates. Check our year-by-year breakdown above to compare pass rates for specific Audi A3 model years.