2020 Audi Sq7 Vorsprung Quat A — MOT failures & pass rate
1,024 MOT tests on the 2020 Audi Sq7 Vorsprung Quat A are in this dataset, and 90.3% of them passed. All cars of a similar age fail at 9.3%, so the 2020 Sq7 Vorsprung Quat A sits squarely on the average. Failures cluster in tyres, other defects and lighting & signalling.
What the MOT record shows
Tyres dominates the failure mix at 7.3% of all tests — 6.5 points clear of other defects, so it is the first thing to check.
At component level the recurring items are tread depth, registration plates and brake pads — tread depth alone was recorded 30 times.
Mileage matters less than usual here: the 2020 Sq7 Vorsprung Quat A fails 10.2% of the time in the 0-30k band and 13.7% at 60-90k, a spread of only 3.5 points.
Advisories point at the next bill rather than this one: tyres was flagged on 20.0% of tests without failing them.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 7.3% | 75 |
| 2 | Other defects | 0.8% | 8 |
| 3 | Lighting & signalling | 0.7% | 7 |
| 4 | Brakes | 0.6% | 6 |
| 5 | Emissions & environmental | 0.6% | 6 |
| 6 | Visibility | 0.6% | 6 |
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 | 13 |
| 3 | Brake pads | 7 |
| 4 | Malfunction indicator lamp | 6 |
| 5 | Headlamp aim | 5 |
| 6 | Wipers | 4 |
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 | 20.0% | 205 |
| 2 | Brakes | 9.7% | 99 |
| 3 | Other defects | 5.2% | 53 |
| 4 | Visibility | 2.4% | 25 |
| 5 | Suspension | 1.8% | 18 |
| 6 | Lighting & signalling | 0.4% | 4 |
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 | 274 | 10.2% |
| 30-60k | 610 | 8.5% |
| 60-90k | 124 | 13.7% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 348 | 10.1% |
| 2024 | 338 | 9.8% |
| 2025 | 321 | 9.3% |
What to check before buying a 2020 Sq7 Vorsprung Quat A
On a 2020 Sq7 Vorsprung Quat A, tyres is what the MOT record says goes wrong most — it appeared in 7.3% of tests. Check these areas before you commit.
- Tyres (7.3% 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.
- Other defects (0.8% of tests): Miscellaneous items not in the main categories. Typical repair: varies.
- Lighting & signalling (0.7% 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 2020 Audi Sq7 Vorsprung Quat As pass their MOT?
90.3% of the 1,024 2020 Audi Sq7 Vorsprung Quat A MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 9.7% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2020 Audi Sq7 Vorsprung Quat A?
Tyres, recorded in 7.3% of tests, followed by other defects (0.8%).
Does the 2020 Sq7 Vorsprung Quat A get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 10.2% in the 0-30k band to 13.7% in the 60-90k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 1,024 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.