Audi 90 MOT Check

MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the Audi 90. Check any 90 by registration number below.

Free, instant, no sign-up required.

85.1%

Avg Pass Rate

-4.7%

vs Audi Avg

Year Ranges

Excellent

Reliability

Audi 90 — MOT Reliability Overview

The Audi 90 has an average MOT pass rate of 85.1%, which is 4.7 percentage points below the Audi brand average of 89.7%. This is a strong result, indicating that the 90 is well-engineered and tends to age well mechanically. Owners can expect fewer surprises at MOT time.

Before buying a used Audi 90, we recommend checking the full MOT history, write-off status, outstanding finance, and stolen vehicle status. These checks can be done for free using the registration number.

MOT Pass Rate by Year

How the Audi 90 performs at MOT across different model years.

1991

Based on 93 vehicles

86.0%Excellent

Audi average: 89.7%

Dangerous Defects

0.0%

Retest Rate

7.7%

1990

Based on 112 vehicles

80.4%Good

Audi average: 89.7%

Dangerous Defects

1.1%

Retest Rate

20.7%

1989

Based on 42 vehicles

85.7%Excellent

Audi average: 89.7%

Dangerous Defects

3.7%

Retest Rate

14.8%

1988

Based on 40 vehicles

80.0%Good

Audi average: 89.7%

Dangerous Defects

7.1%

Retest Rate

7.1%

1986

Based on 45 vehicles

91.1%Excellent

Audi average: 89.7%

Dangerous Defects

3.0%

Retest Rate

6.1%

1985

Based on 33 vehicles

87.9%Excellent

Audi average: 89.7%

Dangerous Defects

0.0%

Retest Rate

8.7%

0

Based on 121 vehicles

84.3%Good

Audi average: 89.7%

Mileage at 5yr

124k mi

Where Failures Occur

The areas of the vehicle most commonly flagged during MOT inspections.

Offside

2.2%

Rear Offside

2.2%

Front Offside

2.2%

Other Audi Models

Compare MOT reliability across Audi models.

Audi A5 S Ln Blk Ed 35 Tfsi Mhev Sa

90.3% pass rate

Audi A6 Aroad Sport 55tfsi Mhev Q A

89.5% pass rate

Audi All Road Avant

82.6% pass rate

Audi Rs 4 Vorsprung Tfsi Quattro A

94.7% pass rate

Audi E-tron S Quattro

82.6% pass rate

Audi TT

69.5% pass rate

Useful MOT Guides

Common MOT Failures

The most common reasons UK vehicles fail their MOT — and how to prepare.

MOT Checklist

Pre-MOT checklist to improve your chances of passing first time.

Advisory vs Failure

Understanding the difference between MOT advisories and failures.

See detailed fault analysis for Audi 90

Audi 90 — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Audi 90 MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the Audi 90?

The average MOT pass rate for the Audi 90 is 85.1% compared to the Audi average of 89.7%. Pass rates vary by year — check the year-by-year breakdown on this page for details.

What are the most common MOT failures on a Audi 90?

Check the detailed breakdown on this page for specific failure data by year range.

Is the Audi 90 reliable?

With an average MOT pass rate of 85.1%, the Audi 90 is rated as "Excellent" for reliability. This is a strong result suggesting good build quality and fewer common defects.

How do I check the MOT history of a Audi 90?

Enter the vehicle's registration number in the search box at the top of this page. You will instantly see the complete MOT history including every test result, mileage readings, advisories, and dangerous defects — completely free.

What mileage should I expect on a Audi 90?

Typical mileage for the Audi 90: 123,725 miles at 5 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used 90 to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

Check Your Audi 90's MOT History

Enter the registration number for the full MOT history — free and instant.