Skip to main content
GB
MOT
Checkup

Audi A7 MOT Check

MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the Audi A7. Check any A7 by registration number below.

GB

Free, instant, no sign-up required.

88.7%

Avg Pass Rate

-1.0%

vs Audi Avg

13

Year Ranges

Excellent

Reliability

Audi A7 — MOT Reliability Overview

The Audi A7 has an average MOT pass rate of 88.7%, which is 1.0 percentage points below the Audi brand average of 89.7%. This is a strong result, indicating that the A7 is well-engineered and tends to age well mechanically. Owners can expect fewer surprises at MOT time.

The most common reasons a Audi A7 fails its MOT are a transmission shaft constant velocity joint boot missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn. If you are preparing your A7 for its MOT, checking these areas first could save you a retest fee. Our detailed fault analysis includes estimated repair costs for each failure type.

Before buying a used Audi A7, 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 A7 performs at MOT across different model years.

2021

Based on 944 vehicles

89.9%Excellent
Audi average: 89.7%
Dangerous Defects

3.1%

Retest Rate

12.4%

Mileage at 3yr

49k mi

2020

Based on 1,291 vehicles

90.9%Excellent
Audi average: 89.7%
Dangerous Defects

2.5%

Retest Rate

9.8%

Mileage at 3yr

43k mi

Mileage at 5yr

52k mi

2019

Based on 4,784 vehicles

92.3%Excellent
Audi average: 89.7%
Dangerous Defects

1.9%

Retest Rate

6.8%

Mileage at 3yr

46k mi

Mileage at 5yr

80k mi

2018

Based on 4,738 vehicles

91.7%Excellent
Audi average: 89.7%
Dangerous Defects

2.3%

Retest Rate

8.2%

Mileage at 5yr

79k mi

2017

Based on 5,127 vehicles

89.1%Excellent
Audi average: 89.7%
Dangerous Defects

3.5%

Retest Rate

13.2%

Mileage at 5yr

85k mi

2016

Based on 7,334 vehicles

88.2%Excellent
Audi average: 89.7%
Dangerous Defects

3.7%

Retest Rate

11.6%

2015

Based on 6,517 vehicles

89.1%Excellent
Audi average: 89.7%
Dangerous Defects

3.0%

Retest Rate

10.8%

Mileage at 10yr

149k mi

2014

Based on 6,008 vehicles

87.9%Excellent
Audi average: 89.7%
Dangerous Defects

3.5%

Retest Rate

12.8%

Mileage at 10yr

150k mi

2013

Based on 6,159 vehicles

87.0%Excellent
Audi average: 89.7%
Dangerous Defects

3.3%

Retest Rate

13.4%

Mileage at 10yr

158k mi

2012

Based on 4,062 vehicles

86.5%Excellent
Audi average: 89.7%
Dangerous Defects

3.2%

Retest Rate

17.6%

Mileage at 10yr

184k mi

2011

Based on 4,955 vehicles

86.2%Excellent
Audi average: 89.7%
Dangerous Defects

3.4%

Retest Rate

13.4%

2010

Based on 403 vehicles

86.4%Excellent
Audi average: 89.7%
Dangerous Defects

3.0%

Retest Rate

17.9%

0

Based on 18,563 vehicles

87.6%Excellent
Audi average: 89.7%
Mileage at 5yr

78k mi

Top MOT Failures — Audi A7

The most common reasons a Audi A7 fails its MOT, aggregated across all year ranges.

1

A transmission shaft constant velocity joint boot missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc

2.7%
2

Tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements

1.9%
3

A suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn

1.7%
4

An SRS malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) indicates a system malfunction

1.6%
5

a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm

1.6%
Audi A7 Common Faults & Repair Costs

Where Failures Occur

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

Front Nearside

2.8%

Front

2.2%

Front Offside

1.9%

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 A7

Audi A7 — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Audi A7 MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the Audi A7?
The average MOT pass rate for the Audi A7 is 88.7% 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 A7?
The most common MOT failures on the Audi A7 are: A transmission shaft constant velocity joint boot missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.7%), Tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements (1.9%), A suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn (1.7%). These are the components most likely to cause an MOT failure.
Is the Audi A7 reliable?
With an average MOT pass rate of 88.7%, the Audi A7 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 A7?
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 A7?
Typical mileage for the Audi A7: 49,110 miles at 3 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used A7 to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

Check Your Audi A7's MOT History

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

GB