2000 Audi TT — MOT failures & pass rate
13,145 MOT tests on the 2000 Audi TT are in this dataset, and 71.4% of them passed. Against coupes & convertibles of a similar age (22.4% fail rate), the 2000 TT comes out 6.2pp worse. Failures cluster in lighting & signalling, suspension and brakes.
What the MOT record shows
No single area dominates — lighting & signalling (15.2%) and suspension (12.6%) are close, so failures are spread across several systems rather than one weak point.
At component level the recurring items are headlamp aim, catalyst emissions and joints — headlamp aim alone was recorded 990 times.
Mileage is the strongest signal on the record: 11.7% of 0-30k cars fail, rising to 32.9% once past 150k — 2.8× the risk.
Advisories point at the next bill rather than this one: suspension was flagged on 40.3% of tests without failing them.
The trend is improving — the fail rate fell from 30.3% in 2021 to 26.8% in 2025, as the worst-kept examples leave the fleet.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lighting & signalling | 15.2% | 1,991 |
| 2 | Suspension | 12.6% | 1,654 |
| 3 | Brakes | 11.6% | 1,525 |
| 4 | Body, structure & corrosion | 7.4% | 979 |
| 5 | Emissions & environmental | 6.3% | 827 |
| 6 | Tyres | 5.3% | 703 |
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 | 990 |
| 2 | Catalyst emissions | 894 |
| 3 | Joints | 806 |
| 4 | Position lamp | 769 |
| 5 | Pins and bushes | 695 |
| 6 | Rigid brake pipes | 645 |
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 | 40.3% | 5,299 |
| 2 | Brakes | 38.8% | 5,100 |
| 3 | Tyres | 23.6% | 3,103 |
| 4 | Lighting & signalling | 17.7% | 2,327 |
| 5 | Body, structure & corrosion | 15.7% | 2,060 |
| 6 | Emissions & environmental | 14.1% | 1,855 |
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 | 103 | 11.7% |
| 30-60k | 673 | 20.1% |
| 60-90k | 2,021 | 24.3% |
| 90-120k | 4,220 | 28.0% |
| 120-150k | 3,929 | 31.0% |
| 150k+ | 2,178 | 32.9% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 3,484 | 30.3% |
| 2022 | 3,040 | 28.3% |
| 2023 | 2,644 | 28.3% |
| 2024 | 2,148 | 28.3% |
| 2025 | 1,829 | 26.8% |
What to check before buying a 2000 TT
On a 2000 TT, lighting & signalling is what the MOT record says goes wrong most — it appeared in 15.2% of tests. Check these areas before you commit.
- Lighting & signalling (15.2% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Suspension (12.6% 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.
- Brakes (11.6% 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 2000 Audi TTs pass their MOT?
71.4% of the 13,145 2000 Audi TT MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 28.6% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2000 Audi TT?
Lighting & signalling, recorded in 15.2% of tests, followed by suspension (12.6%).
Does the 2000 TT get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 11.7% in the 0-30k band to 32.9% in the 150k+ band.
Methodology & source. Based on 13,145 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.