Audi A4: suspension MOT failures
Suspension was a recorded failure area in 7.6% of Audi A4 MOT tests in this dataset. It is most prominent on 2000, 2002 cars.
Worn drop links, bushes, springs or shocks — listen for knocks over bumps and check for uneven tyre wear. Typical repair cost: £150–£450 per corner (rough UK ballpark, not a quote).
Suspension failures by year
| Model year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 1999 | 5,746 | 13.3% |
| 2000 | 7,538 | 13.4% |
| 2001 | 8,024 | 12.9% |
| 2002 | 18,454 | 13.3% |
| 2003 | 33,812 | 13.1% |
| 2004 | 54,779 | 12.3% |
| 2005 | 62,674 | 11.4% |
| 2006 | 96,819 | 10.6% |
| 2007 | 108,951 | 10.2% |
| 2011 | 86,194 | 8.3% |
Methodology & source. 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.