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MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the Audi Q3 Sport 35 Tfsi. Check any Q3 Sport 35 Tfsi by registration number below.

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93.5%

Avg Pass Rate

+3.7%

vs Audi Avg

5

Year Ranges

Excellent

Reliability

Audi Q3 Sport 35 Tfsi — MOT Reliability Overview

The Audi Q3 Sport 35 Tfsi has an average MOT pass rate of 93.5%, which is 3.7 percentage points above the Audi brand average of 89.7%. This is a strong result, indicating that the Q3 Sport 35 Tfsi is well-engineered and tends to age well mechanically. Owners can expect fewer surprises at MOT time.

The most common reasons a Audi Q3 Sport 35 Tfsi fails its MOT are tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, a tyre seriously damaged, a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm. If you are preparing your Q3 Sport 35 Tfsi 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 Q3 Sport 35 Tfsi, 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 Q3 Sport 35 Tfsi performs at MOT across different model years.

2022

Based on 32 vehicles

96.9%Excellent
Audi average: 89.7%
Dangerous Defects

0.0%

Retest Rate

3.2%

Mileage at 3yr

35k mi

2021

Based on 1,210 vehicles

92.7%Excellent
Audi average: 89.7%
Dangerous Defects

2.6%

Retest Rate

9.1%

Mileage at 3yr

42k mi

2020

Based on 2,330 vehicles

94.0%Excellent
Audi average: 89.7%
Dangerous Defects

2.3%

Retest Rate

6.1%

Mileage at 3yr

38k mi

Mileage at 5yr

59k mi

2019

Based on 381 vehicles

90.3%Excellent
Audi average: 89.7%
Dangerous Defects

5.4%

Retest Rate

10.7%

Mileage at 3yr

47k mi

Mileage at 5yr

61k mi

0

Based on 1,143 vehicles

93.4%Excellent
Audi average: 89.7%
Mileage at 5yr

24k mi

Top MOT Failures — Audi Q3 Sport 35 Tfsi

The most common reasons a Audi Q3 Sport 35 Tfsi fails its MOT, aggregated across all year ranges.

1

Tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements

1.8%
2

A tyre seriously damaged

0.9%
3

a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm

0.7%
Audi Q3 Sport 35 Tfsi Common Faults & Repair Costs

Where Failures Occur

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

Rear Nearside

3.1%

Other Audi Models

Compare MOT reliability across Audi models.

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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

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See detailed fault analysis for Audi Q3 Sport 35 Tfsi

Audi Q3 Sport 35 Tfsi — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Audi Q3 Sport 35 Tfsi MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the Audi Q3 Sport 35 Tfsi?
The average MOT pass rate for the Audi Q3 Sport 35 Tfsi is 93.5% 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 Q3 Sport 35 Tfsi?
The most common MOT failures on the Audi Q3 Sport 35 Tfsi are: Tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements (1.8%), A tyre seriously damaged (0.9%), a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm (0.7%). These are the components most likely to cause an MOT failure.
Is the Audi Q3 Sport 35 Tfsi reliable?
With an average MOT pass rate of 93.5%, the Audi Q3 Sport 35 Tfsi 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 Q3 Sport 35 Tfsi?
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 Q3 Sport 35 Tfsi?
Typical mileage for the Audi Q3 Sport 35 Tfsi: 34,632 miles at 3 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used Q3 Sport 35 Tfsi to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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