Audi Tt: suspension MOT failures
Suspension was a recorded failure area in 6.4% of Audi Tt MOT tests in this dataset. It is most prominent on 2000, 2002 cars.
Worn drop links, bushes, springs or shocks — listen for knocks over bumps and check for uneven tyre wear. Typical repair cost: £150–£450 per corner (rough UK ballpark, not a quote).
Suspension failures by year
| Model year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 1999 | 2,652 | 12.6% |
| 2000 | 13,140 | 12.6% |
| 2001 | 20,723 | 11.9% |
| 2002 | 30,275 | 12.6% |
| 2003 | 33,755 | 12.1% |
| 2004 | 32,500 | 11.6% |
| 2005 | 24,738 | 12.2% |
| 2006 | 19,721 | 11.6% |
| 2007 | 50,786 | 9.4% |
Methodology & source. Dataset: DVSA MOT testing data (2021,2022,2023,2024,2025). Data last updated 2026-07-01. Figures reflect MOT-testable defects only — read the methodology for how these are calculated and what they don't measure.