2022 Audi Q8 — MOT failures & pass rate
1,176 MOT tests on the 2022 Audi Q8 are in this dataset, and 92.2% of them passed. That is effectively the same as large SUVs of a similar age (8.6% fail rate), so the MOT record here is unremarkable in either direction. Failures cluster in tyres, visibility and lighting & signalling.
What the MOT record shows
One area stands out: tyres, recorded in 5.4% of tests against 1.9% for the next-worst category.
At component level the recurring items are tread depth, registration plates and wipers — tread depth alone was recorded 30 times.
Condition tracks the odometer closely. Failures run at 6.0% in the 0-30k band and 10.5% in the 60-90k band, a 4.5-point spread.
Tyres is the most common advisory, noted on 19.9% of tests — work that passed today but is likely due soon.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 5.4% | 63 |
| 2 | Visibility | 1.9% | 22 |
| 3 | Lighting & signalling | 0.9% | 11 |
| 4 | Other defects | 0.8% | 9 |
| 5 | Brakes | 0.8% | 9 |
| 6 | Emissions & environmental | 0.4% | 5 |
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 | 30 |
| 2 | Registration plates | 17 |
| 3 | Wipers | 17 |
| 4 | Brake pads | 10 |
| 5 | Headlamp aim | 9 |
| 6 | Washers | 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 | 19.9% | 234 |
| 2 | Brakes | 13.6% | 160 |
| 3 | Other defects | 7.4% | 87 |
| 4 | Visibility | 2.8% | 33 |
| 5 | Suspension | 0.3% | 3 |
| 6 | Seat belts & restraints | 0.1% | 1 |
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 | 616 | 6.0% |
| 30-60k | 521 | 9.8% |
| 60-90k | 38 | 10.5% |
Failure rate by age
By fuel type
| Fuel | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| Petrol | 748 | 7.3% |
| Diesel | 394 | 8.9% |
| Hybrid | 34 | 5.9% |
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 38 | 7.9% |
| 2025 | 1,138 | 7.8% |
What to check before buying a 2022 Q8
The failure pattern for this year is specific enough to inspect against: tyres accounted for 5.4% of tests. Start there.
- 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 (1.9% 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 (0.9% 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 2022 Audi Q8s pass their MOT?
92.2% of the 1,176 2022 Audi Q8 MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 7.8% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2022 Audi Q8?
Tyres, recorded in 5.4% of tests, followed by visibility (1.9%).
Does the 2022 Q8 get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 6.0% in the 0-30k band to 10.5% in the 60-90k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 1,176 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.