Audi Q8 MOT Check

MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the Audi Q8. Check any Q8 by registration number below.

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94.1%

Avg Pass Rate

+4.4%

vs Audi Avg

Year Ranges

Excellent

Reliability

Audi Q8 — MOT Reliability Overview

The Audi Q8 has an average MOT pass rate of 94.1%, which is 4.4 percentage points above the Audi brand average of 89.7%. This is a strong result, indicating that the Q8 is well-engineered and tends to age well mechanically. Owners can expect fewer surprises at MOT time.

The most common reasons a Audi Q8 fails its MOT are a tyre seriously damaged, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, number plate does not conform to the specified requirements. If you are preparing your Q8 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 Q8, 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 Q8 performs at MOT across different model years.

2021

Based on 61 vehicles

95.1%Excellent

Audi average: 89.7%

Dangerous Defects

1.8%

Retest Rate

3.5%

Mileage at 3yr

52k mi

2020

Based on 1,709 vehicles

94.8%Excellent

Audi average: 89.7%

Dangerous Defects

1.1%

Retest Rate

4.6%

Mileage at 3yr

51k mi

Mileage at 5yr

73k mi

2019

Based on 6,396 vehicles

94.1%Excellent

Audi average: 89.7%

Dangerous Defects

1.2%

Retest Rate

5.3%

Mileage at 3yr

52k mi

Mileage at 5yr

78k mi

2018

Based on 2,258 vehicles

94.7%Excellent

Audi average: 89.7%

Dangerous Defects

0.9%

Retest Rate

5.9%

Mileage at 5yr

78k mi

0

Based on 3,033 vehicles

91.7%Excellent

Audi average: 89.7%

Mileage at 5yr

40k mi

Top MOT Failures — Audi Q8

The most common reasons a Audi Q8 fails its MOT, aggregated across all year ranges.

A tyre seriously damaged

0.9%

Tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements

0.7%

Number plate does not conform to the specified requirements

0.6%

Engine MIL illuminated indicating a malfunction

0.5%

A tyre cords visible or damaged

0.3%

Audi Q8 Common Faults & Repair Costs

Where Failures Occur

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

Rear Nearside

6.6%

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90.3% pass rate

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89.5% pass rate

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82.6% pass rate

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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 Q8

Audi Q8 — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Audi Q8 MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the Audi Q8?

The average MOT pass rate for the Audi Q8 is 94.1% 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 Q8?

The most common MOT failures on the Audi Q8 are: A tyre seriously damaged (0.9%), Tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements (0.7%), Number plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.6%). These are the components most likely to cause an MOT failure.

Is the Audi Q8 reliable?

With an average MOT pass rate of 94.1%, the Audi Q8 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 Q8?

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 Q8?

Typical mileage for the Audi Q8: 51,704 miles at 3 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used Q8 to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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