2019 Audi A3 35 — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 689 MOT tests analysed for the 2019 Audi A3 35, the most common recorded failure areas were tyres, visibility and lighting & signalling. Its pass rate of 91.1% was above the average for cars of a similar age (89.8%).
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 5.4% | 37 |
| 2 | Visibility | 2.8% | 19 |
| 3 | Lighting & signalling | 2.6% | 18 |
| 4 | Brakes | 1.7% | 12 |
| 5 | Suspension | 1.3% | 9 |
| 6 | Seat belts & restraints | 0.6% | 4 |
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 | 17 |
| 2 | Washers | 12 |
| 3 | Brake pads | 11 |
| 4 | Headlamp aim | 11 |
| 5 | Wipers | 7 |
| 6 | Shock absorbers | 7 |
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 | 25.4% | 175 |
| 2 | Brakes | 12.9% | 89 |
| 3 | Other defects | 5.9% | 41 |
| 4 | Visibility | 5.4% | 37 |
| 5 | Suspension | 3.9% | 27 |
| 6 | Emissions & environmental | 0.9% | 6 |
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 | 199 | 8.0% |
| 30-60k | 380 | 10.0% |
| 60-90k | 86 | 7.0% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 181 | 9.9% |
| 2023 | 169 | 4.7% |
| 2024 | 177 | 12.4% |
| 2025 | 162 | 8.0% |
What to check before buying a 2019 A3 35
Before buying a 2019 Audi A3 35, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Tyres accounted for 5.4% of tests for this year.
- Tyres (5.4% 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.
- Visibility (2.8% of tests): Wipers, washers, mirrors and screen damage — usually inexpensive, but check for chips in the driver's line of sight. Typical repair: £15–£150.
- Lighting & signalling (2.6% 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 2019 Audi A3 35s pass their MOT?
91.1% of the 689 2019 Audi A3 35 MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 8.8% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2019 Audi A3 35?
Tyres, recorded in 5.4% of tests, followed by visibility (2.8%).
Does the 2019 A3 35 get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 8.0% in the 0-30k band to 7.0% in the 60-90k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 689 MOT tests. Dataset: DVSA MOT testing data (2021,2022,2023,2024,2025). Data last updated 2026-07-01. Figures reflect MOT-testable defects only — read the methodology for how these are calculated and what they don't measure.