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

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86.9%

Avg Pass Rate

-2.8%

vs Audi Avg

11

Year Ranges

Excellent

Reliability

Audi Quattro — MOT Reliability Overview

The Audi Quattro has an average MOT pass rate of 86.9%, which is 2.8 percentage points below the Audi brand average of 89.7%. This is a strong result, indicating that the Quattro is well-engineered and tends to age well mechanically. Owners can expect fewer surprises at MOT time.

The most common reasons a Audi Quattro fails its MOT are emissions levels exceed default limits, windscreen washers not working or not providing sufficient fluid to clear the windscreen. If you are preparing your Quattro 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 Quattro, 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 Quattro performs at MOT across different model years.

2004

Based on 35 vehicles

57.1%Below Average
Audi average: 89.7%
Dangerous Defects

0.0%

Retest Rate

100.0%

1991

Based on 63 vehicles

92.1%Excellent
Audi average: 89.7%
Dangerous Defects

2.4%

Retest Rate

4.8%

1990

Based on 179 vehicles

91.1%Excellent
Audi average: 89.7%
Dangerous Defects

0.0%

Retest Rate

7.8%

1989

Based on 153 vehicles

85.0%Excellent
Audi average: 89.7%
Dangerous Defects

3.6%

Retest Rate

9.1%

1988

Based on 263 vehicles

92.0%Excellent
Audi average: 89.7%
Dangerous Defects

0.0%

Retest Rate

6.9%

1987

Based on 159 vehicles

92.5%Excellent
Audi average: 89.7%
Dangerous Defects

0.9%

Retest Rate

3.6%

1986

Based on 226 vehicles

89.4%Excellent
Audi average: 89.7%
Dangerous Defects

0.0%

Retest Rate

9.8%

1985

Based on 255 vehicles

83.9%Good
Audi average: 89.7%
Dangerous Defects

1.0%

Retest Rate

16.1%

1984

Based on 176 vehicles

92.6%Excellent
Audi average: 89.7%
Dangerous Defects

0.7%

Retest Rate

3.0%

1983

Based on 58 vehicles

94.8%Excellent
Audi average: 89.7%
Dangerous Defects

0.0%

Retest Rate

3.3%

0

Based on 625 vehicles

85.3%Excellent
Audi average: 89.7%
Mileage at 5yr

112k mi

Top MOT Failures — Audi Quattro

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

1

Emissions levels exceed default limits

4.7%
2

Windscreen washers not working or not providing sufficient fluid to clear the windscreen

4.7%
Audi Quattro Common Faults & Repair Costs

Where Failures Occur

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

Offside

22.9%

Rear Offside

17.1%

Nearside

17.1%

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 Quattro

Audi Quattro — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Audi Quattro MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the Audi Quattro?
The average MOT pass rate for the Audi Quattro is 86.9% 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 Quattro?
The most common MOT failures on the Audi Quattro are: Emissions levels exceed default limits (4.7%), Windscreen washers not working or not providing sufficient fluid to clear the windscreen (4.7%). These are the components most likely to cause an MOT failure.
Is the Audi Quattro reliable?
With an average MOT pass rate of 86.9%, the Audi Quattro 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 Quattro?
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 Quattro?
Typical mileage for the Audi Quattro: 111,534 miles at 5 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used Quattro to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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