2022 Audi A1 — MOT failures & pass rate
16,786 MOT tests on the 2022 Audi A1 are in this dataset, and 92.7% of them passed. Superminis of a similar age fail at 6.9%, so the 2022 A1 sits squarely on the average. Failures cluster in tyres, brakes and lighting & signalling.
What the MOT record shows
Tyres dominates the failure mix at 4.7% of all tests — 3.5 points clear of brakes, so it is the first thing to check.
At component level the recurring items are tread depth, headlamp aim and brake pads — tread depth alone was recorded 428 times.
Mileage matters less than usual here: the 2022 A1 fails 6.2% of the time in the 0-30k band and 7.0% at 60-90k, a spread of only 0.8 points.
Advisories point at the next bill rather than this one: tyres was flagged on 22.5% of tests without failing them.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 4.7% | 796 |
| 2 | Brakes | 1.2% | 199 |
| 3 | Lighting & signalling | 1.2% | 198 |
| 4 | Seat belts & restraints | 1.0% | 172 |
| 5 | Visibility | 0.9% | 156 |
| 6 | Suspension | 0.2% | 39 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tread depth | 428 |
| 2 | Headlamp aim | 224 |
| 3 | Brake pads | 179 |
| 4 | Washers | 108 |
| 5 | Wipers | 52 |
| 6 | Registration plates | 51 |
Top advisory categories
Advisories aren't failures, but they flag work likely needed soon — useful when budgeting.
| # | Category | % of tests with advisory | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 22.5% | 3,774 |
| 2 | Brakes | 11.4% | 1,918 |
| 3 | Other defects | 5.1% | 863 |
| 4 | Visibility | 2.4% | 398 |
| 5 | Suspension | 0.8% | 129 |
| 6 | Road wheels | 0.2% | 41 |
Failure rate by mileage
Higher-mileage cars tend to fail more — often the most useful guide to real condition.
| Mileage band | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 0-30k | 13,014 | 6.2% |
| 30-60k | 3,611 | 10.9% |
| 60-90k | 143 | 7.0% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 763 | 5.2% |
| 2025 | 16,006 | 7.4% |
What to check before buying a 2022 A1
On a 2022 A1, tyres is what the MOT record says goes wrong most — it appeared in 4.7% of tests. Check these areas before you commit.
- Tyres (4.7% of tests): Usually a quick, known-cost fix, but check tread, age and uneven wear (which can hint at alignment or suspension issues). Typical repair: £50–£120 per tyre.
- Brakes (1.2% of tests): Pads/discs are routine wear; binding, imbalance or corroded pipes are more serious — test for pulling under braking. Typical repair: £100–£350 per axle.
- Lighting & signalling (1.2% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
Repair costs are rough UK ballpark ranges to set expectations, not quotes — actual prices vary widely by car, parts and garage.
Frequently asked questions
How many 2022 Audi A1s pass their MOT?
92.7% of the 16,786 2022 Audi A1 MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 7.3% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2022 Audi A1?
Tyres, recorded in 4.7% of tests, followed by brakes (1.2%).
Does the 2022 A1 get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 6.2% in the 0-30k band to 7.0% in the 60-90k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 16,786 MOT tests. Dataset: DVSA MOT testing data (2021,2022,2023,2024,2025). Data last updated 2026-07-27. Figures reflect MOT-testable defects only — read the methodology for how these are calculated and what they don't measure.