2007 Audi Allroad — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 2,218 MOT tests analysed for the 2007 Audi Allroad, the most common recorded failure areas were lighting & signalling, suspension and tyres. Its pass rate of 79.7% was above the average for cars of a similar age (74.7%).
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lighting & signalling | 10.3% | 228 |
| 2 | Suspension | 8.1% | 180 |
| 3 | Tyres | 6.5% | 144 |
| 4 | Brakes | 4.5% | 100 |
| 5 | Body, structure & corrosion | 3.7% | 82 |
| 6 | Visibility | 3.5% | 78 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Headlamp aim | 109 |
| 2 | Pins and bushes | 108 |
| 3 | Headlamp | 93 |
| 4 | Linkage pins and bushes | 84 |
| 5 | Tread depth | 69 |
| 6 | Position lamp | 66 |
Top advisory categories
Advisories aren't failures, but they flag work likely needed soon — useful when budgeting.
| # | Category | % of tests with advisory | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Suspension | 32.0% | 709 |
| 2 | Tyres | 29.3% | 651 |
| 3 | Brakes | 25.5% | 565 |
| 4 | Lighting & signalling | 15.9% | 352 |
| 5 | Other defects | 9.2% | 205 |
| 6 | Emissions & environmental | 8.5% | 189 |
Failure rate by mileage
Higher-mileage cars tend to fail more — often the most useful guide to real condition.
| Mileage band | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 60-90k | 92 | 17.4% |
| 90-120k | 291 | 24.1% |
| 120-150k | 592 | 18.8% |
| 150k+ | 1,218 | 20.6% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 599 | 20.9% |
| 2022 | 514 | 20.6% |
| 2023 | 435 | 17.9% |
| 2024 | 362 | 20.2% |
| 2025 | 308 | 22.1% |
What to check before buying a 2007 Allroad
Before buying a 2007 Audi Allroad, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Lighting & signalling accounted for 10.3% of tests for this year.
- Lighting & signalling (10.3% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Suspension (8.1% of tests): Worn drop links, bushes, springs or shocks — listen for knocks over bumps and check for uneven tyre wear. Typical repair: £150–£450 per corner.
- Tyres (6.5% 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.
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 2007 Audi Allroads pass their MOT?
79.7% of the 2,218 2007 Audi Allroad MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 20.3% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2007 Audi Allroad?
Lighting & signalling, recorded in 10.3% of tests, followed by suspension (8.1%).
Does the 2007 Allroad get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 17.4% in the 60-90k band to 20.6% in the 150k+ band.
Methodology & source. Based on 2,218 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.