2022 Audi E-Tron — MOT failures & pass rate
The 2022 Audi E-Tron passed 91.3% of its 6,558 recorded MOT tests. That is effectively the same as large SUVs of a similar age (8.7% fail rate), so the MOT record here is unremarkable in either direction. Failures cluster in tyres, lighting & signalling and visibility.
What the MOT record shows
One area stands out: tyres, recorded in 7.4% of tests against 1.2% for the next-worst category.
At component level the recurring items are tread depth, headlamp aim and registration plates — tread depth alone was recorded 183 times.
Mileage is the strongest signal on the record: 7.6% of 0-30k cars fail, rising to 12.5% once past 60-90k.
Tyres is the most common advisory, noted on 24.5% of tests — work that passed today but is likely due soon.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 7.4% | 483 |
| 2 | Lighting & signalling | 1.2% | 77 |
| 3 | Visibility | 1.1% | 70 |
| 4 | Other defects | 0.4% | 24 |
| 5 | Seat belts & restraints | 0.2% | 14 |
| 6 | Brakes | 0.2% | 11 |
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 | 183 |
| 2 | Headlamp aim | 90 |
| 3 | Registration plates | 40 |
| 4 | Washers | 38 |
| 5 | Wipers | 32 |
| 6 | Attachment | 10 |
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 | 24.5% | 1,606 |
| 2 | Other defects | 9.5% | 621 |
| 3 | Visibility | 3.9% | 253 |
| 4 | Brakes | 1.8% | 117 |
| 5 | Suspension | 0.5% | 33 |
| 6 | Lighting & signalling | 0.2% | 15 |
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 | 3,734 | 7.6% |
| 30-60k | 2,629 | 9.9% |
| 60-90k | 184 | 12.5% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 148 | 7.4% |
| 2025 | 6,406 | 8.7% |
What to check before buying a 2022 E-Tron
The failure pattern for this year is specific enough to inspect against: tyres accounted for 7.4% of tests. Start there.
- Tyres (7.4% 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.
- 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.
- Visibility (1.1% 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.
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 E-Trons pass their MOT?
91.3% of the 6,558 2022 Audi E-Tron MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 8.7% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2022 Audi E-Tron?
Tyres, recorded in 7.4% of tests, followed by lighting & signalling (1.2%).
Does the 2022 E-Tron get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 7.6% in the 0-30k band to 12.5% in the 60-90k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 6,558 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.