‹ Audi A32015 Audi A3: MOT pass rate and common faults
41,438 first MOTs in 2025 · DVSA data · For guidance only · How we count
80.3%passed first time
Share of first MOT tests passed with no repairs. Repairs made at the test centre count as a fail.
- 2015 Audi A380.3%
- All 2015 cars71.9%
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Its own MOT history, free.
Most common failure areas
Share of the 8,168 failed first MOTs with a fault in each area. A test can count in more than one area, so these add up to more than 100%.
- Tyres33.9%
- Suspension25.9%
- Lights and electrics25.0%
- Brakes16.1%
- Noise, emissions, leaks13.4%
- Windscreen, wipers, mirrors12.5%
- Body, chassis, structure3.3%
- Seat belts and airbags2.5%
- Number plates and VIN1.7%
- Steering0.9%
- Wheels0.8%
Typical mileage at test82,100
Median odometer reading at the 2025 MOT, in miles.
What MOT data can't tell you about any 2015 Audi A3
Outstanding finance, write-offs, theft and plate changes aren't in MOT records. For a particular car, you need a history check.