2022 Audi Q3 — MOT failures & pass rate
12,722 MOT tests on the 2022 Audi Q3 are in this dataset, and 93.8% of them passed. Small SUVs of a similar age fail at 6.6%, so the 2022 Q3 sits squarely on the average. Failures cluster in tyres, visibility and brakes.
What the MOT record shows
Tyres dominates the failure mix at 4.4% of all tests — 3.2 points clear of visibility, so it is the first thing to check.
At component level the recurring items are tread depth, brake pads and washers — tread depth alone was recorded 293 times.
A 90-120k example is materially riskier than a 0-30k one: 11.8% versus 5.1%.
Split by fuel, hybrid examples fail 2.5pp more often than petrol ones (8.3% vs 5.8%) — worth weighing if you have a choice.
Advisories point at the next bill rather than this one: tyres was flagged on 21.2% of tests without failing them.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 4.4% | 555 |
| 2 | Visibility | 1.2% | 147 |
| 3 | Brakes | 1.0% | 129 |
| 4 | Lighting & signalling | 0.5% | 64 |
| 5 | Other defects | 0.3% | 40 |
| 6 | Suspension | 0.2% | 29 |
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 | 293 |
| 2 | Brake pads | 128 |
| 3 | Washers | 119 |
| 4 | Registration plates | 69 |
| 5 | Headlamp aim | 67 |
| 6 | Wipers | 37 |
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 | 21.2% | 2,697 |
| 2 | Brakes | 8.2% | 1,040 |
| 3 | Other defects | 7.3% | 932 |
| 4 | Suspension | 3.8% | 487 |
| 5 | Visibility | 2.8% | 354 |
| 6 | Lighting & signalling | 0.2% | 22 |
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 | 8,695 | 5.1% |
| 30-60k | 3,736 | 8.6% |
| 60-90k | 254 | 9.4% |
| 90-120k | 34 | 11.8% |
Failure rate by age
By fuel type
| Fuel | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| Petrol | 9,835 | 5.8% |
| Diesel | 1,554 | 7.2% |
| Hybrid | 1,333 | 8.3% |
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 579 | 6.0% |
| 2025 | 12,135 | 6.3% |
What to check before buying a 2022 Q3
On a 2022 Q3, tyres is what the MOT record says goes wrong most — it appeared in 4.4% of tests. Check these areas before you commit.
- Tyres (4.4% 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 (1.2% 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.
- Brakes (1.0% 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.
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 Q3s pass their MOT?
93.8% of the 12,722 2022 Audi Q3 MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 6.2% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2022 Audi Q3?
Tyres, recorded in 4.4% of tests, followed by visibility (1.2%).
Does the 2022 Q3 get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 5.1% in the 0-30k band to 11.8% in the 90-120k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 12,722 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.