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Audi A4 MOT Results

Registered in 2009
67.9% pass rate
from 15,531 tests in 2021
(17% better than other 2009 cars)
Pass rate by mileage
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Failure rates by item

Here you can drill down into the failure rates for each item on the test. We've also compared the rates to the average results for 2009 cars and highlighted areas where the Audi A4 is unusually good or bad.

  • 11% fail on Suspension (25% better than other 2009 cars)
    • 6.7% fail on Springs (17% worse than other 2009 cars)
      • 6.7% fail on Coil springs (18% worse than other 2009 cars)
        • 6.7% fail on Coil spring (18% worse than other 2009 cars)
        • 0.019% fail on Mounting
    • 3.0% fail on Suspension arms (36% better than other 2009 cars)
      • 1.3% fail on Pins and bushes (31% better than other 2009 cars)
      • 1.3% fail on Ball joint (39% better than other 2009 cars)
      • 0.40% fail on Ball joint dust cover (33% better than other 2009 cars)
      • 0.077% fail on Suspension arm (56% better than other 2009 cars)
      • 0.032% fail on Attachment bracket and mounting
    • 0.85% fail on Wheel bearings
    • 0.66% fail on Shock absorbers (25% better than other 2009 cars)
    • 0.40% fail on Anti-roll bars (90% better than other 2009 cars)
      • 0.21% fail on Linkage pins and bushes (63% worse than other 2009 cars)
      • 0.071% fail on Linkage ball joints (95% better than other 2009 cars)
      • 0.032% fail on Attachment bracket and mounting
      • 0.032% fail on Linkage (86% better than other 2009 cars)
      • 0.026% fail on Pins and bushes
      • 0.013% fail on Ball joint (97% better than other 2009 cars)
      • 0.0064% fail on Ball joint dust cover
      • 0.0064% fail on Linkage ball joint dust cover
      • 0.0064% fail on Linkage attachment bracket and mounting
    • 0.31% fail on Other suspension component
      • 0.25% fail on Ball joint (72% worse than other 2009 cars)
      • 0.045% fail on Ball joint dust cover
      • 0.013% fail on Other suspension component
      • 0.0064% fail on Pins and bushes
    • 0.039% fail on Suspension rods
      • 0.026% fail on Pins and bushes
      • 0.0064% fail on Ball joint
      • 0.0064% fail on Ball joint dust cover
    • 0.039% fail on Component mounting prescribed areas (85% better than other 2009 cars)
    • 0.032% fail on Sub-frames (91% better than other 2009 cars)
      • 0.026% fail on Sub-frame (87% better than other 2009 cars)
      • 0.013% fail on Sub-frame mounting prescribed areas
    • 0.013% fail on Macpherson strut (93% better than other 2009 cars)
      • 0.0064% fail on Attachment bracket and mounting
      • 0.0064% fail on Pins and bushes
  • 8.6% fail on Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment (32% better than other 2009 cars)
    • 4.1% fail on Headlamp aim (32% worse than other 2009 cars)
      • 4.0% fail on Headlamp aim (40% worse than other 2009 cars)
      • 0.21% fail on Headlamp aim not tested (39% better than other 2009 cars)
    • 2.2% fail on Headlamps (31% better than other 2009 cars)
      • 1.7% fail on Headlamp (45% better than other 2009 cars)
      • 0.53% fail on Headlamp levelling device (2 times worse than other 2009 cars)
      • 0.058% fail on Headlamp cleaning device (2 times worse than other 2009 cars)
    • 1.1% fail on Stop lamp (69% better than other 2009 cars)
    • 1.0% fail on Direction indicators (49% better than other 2009 cars)
      • 1.0% fail on Flashing type (49% better than other 2009 cars)
        • 0.59% fail on Individual direction indicators (50% better than other 2009 cars)
        • 0.39% fail on Side repeaters (46% better than other 2009 cars)
        • 0.039% fail on All direction indicators
    • 0.63% fail on Registration plate lamp(s) (68% better than other 2009 cars)
    • 0.60% fail on Front and rear fog lamps
      • 0.60% fail on Rear fog lamp
        • 0.60% fail on Rear fog lamp
    • 0.090% fail on Reversing lamps
      • 0.090% fail on Reversing lamps
    • 0.064% fail on Electrical equipment (84% better than other 2009 cars)
      • 0.026% fail on Electrical wiring
      • 0.026% fail on Horn (87% better than other 2009 cars)
      • 0.013% fail on Trailer electrical socket
    • 0.052% fail on Position lamps (61% better than other 2009 cars)
      • 0.052% fail on Position lamp (58% better than other 2009 cars)
    • 0.013% fail on Rear reflectors (83% better than other 2009 cars)
    • 0.013% fail on Mandatory tell-tales
      • 0.013% fail on Rear fog lamp tell-tale
  • 6.5% fail on Tyres
    • 3.9% fail on Tread depth (14% worse than other 2009 cars)
    • 2.8% fail on Condition
    • 0.17% fail on Size/type
  • 5.7% fail on Body, chassis, structure (21% worse than other 2009 cars)
    • 3.7% fail on Transmission (92% worse than other 2009 cars)
      • 3.5% fail on Drive shafts (94% worse than other 2009 cars)
        • 3.5% fail on Joints (93% worse than other 2009 cars)
        • 0.039% fail on Drive shaft
        • 0.019% fail on Flexible couplings
        • 0.0064% fail on Bearing housing
      • 0.12% fail on Prop shafts
        • 0.12% fail on Joints
      • 0.0064% fail on Belts
    • 1.2% fail on Exhaust system (41% better than other 2009 cars)
    • 0.75% fail on Doors (190% worse than other 2009 cars)
      • 0.52% fail on Other passenger's door (4 times worse than other 2009 cars)
        • 0.51% fail on Door condition (4 times worse than other 2009 cars)
        • 0.0064% fail on Catch
      • 0.18% fail on Front passenger's door (94% worse than other 2009 cars)
        • 0.17% fail on Door condition (94% worse than other 2009 cars)
        • 0.0064% fail on Catch
      • 0.090% fail on Driver's door
        • 0.084% fail on Door condition
        • 0.0064% fail on Catch
    • 0.097% fail on Bumpers
    • 0.084% fail on Undertray (110% worse than other 2009 cars)
    • 0.077% fail on Seats
      • 0.058% fail on Driver's seat
      • 0.019% fail on Passenger's seat
    • 0.071% fail on Fuel system (68% better than other 2009 cars)
      • 0.071% fail on Fuel cap/sealing device
    • 0.052% fail on Body
      • 0.032% fail on Other body component
      • 0.019% fail on Panel
    • 0.032% fail on Integral vehicle structure (70% better than other 2009 cars)
      • 0.032% fail on Integral vehicle structure condition
    • 0.032% fail on Chassis
      • 0.032% fail on Chassis condition
    • 0.013% fail on Engine mounting
      • 0.0064% fail on Engine mounting condition
      • 0.0064% fail on Bracket
    • 0.0064% fail on Towbar
      • 0.0064% fail on Other towbar components
    • 0.0064% fail on Boot lid
      • 0.0064% fail on Boot lid condition
  • 4.8% fail on Brakes (45% better than other 2009 cars)
    • 2.5% fail on Mechanical brake components (16% better than other 2009 cars)
      • 2.1% fail on Brake linings and pads
        • 2.1% fail on Brake pads
        • 0.013% fail on Brake linings
      • 0.64% fail on Brake discs and drums (45% better than other 2009 cars)
        • 0.62% fail on Brake discs (46% better than other 2009 cars)
        • 0.013% fail on Brake drums
      • 0.013% fail on Brake cables, rods, levers and linkages (90% better than other 2009 cars)
        • 0.0064% fail on Cable
        • 0.0064% fail on Brake slack adjuster
    • 1.8% fail on Brake performance (62% better than other 2009 cars)
      • 1.4% fail on Service brake performance (41% better than other 2009 cars)
        • 1.4% fail on Rbt (42% better than other 2009 cars)
          • 1.2% fail on Service brake performance (41% better than other 2009 cars)
          • 0.29% fail on Service brake imbalance (37% better than other 2009 cars)
        • 0.019% fail on Plate brake tester
          • 0.019% fail on Service brake efficiency (Trikes, quads and pre-68 vehicles)
        • 0.013% fail on Decelerometer
          • 0.013% fail on Service brake performance
      • 0.21% fail on Parking brake efficiency (sp) (90% better than other 2009 cars)
        • 0.19% fail on Rbt (sp) (90% better than other 2009 cars)
        • 0.0064% fail on Decelerometer (sp)
        • 0.0064% fail on Plate brake tester (sp)
      • 0.14% fail on Service Brake Efficiency (sp) (77% better than other 2009 cars)
        • 0.13% fail on Rbt (sp) (78% better than other 2009 cars)
          • 0.090% fail on Service brake imbalance (82% better than other 2009 cars)
          • 0.052% fail on Service brake performance (59% better than other 2009 cars)
        • 0.013% fail on Plate brake tester (sp)
          • 0.013% fail on Service brake imbalance
      • 0.10% fail on Brake performance not tested
      • 0.077% fail on Parking brake performance (91% better than other 2009 cars)
        • 0.071% fail on Rbt (92% better than other 2009 cars)
          • 0.071% fail on Parking brake performance (91% better than other 2009 cars)
        • 0.0064% fail on Decelerometer
          • 0.0064% fail on Parking brake efficiency (Trikes, quads and pre-68 vehicles)
    • 0.57% fail on ABS / EBS / ESC
      • 0.42% fail on Anti-lock braking system
      • 0.34% fail on Electronic stability control (79% worse than other 2009 cars)
      • 0.019% fail on Electronic braking system
    • 0.17% fail on Flexible brake hoses
    • 0.14% fail on Parking brake control (66% better than other 2009 cars)
      • 0.13% fail on Electronic parking brake (2 times worse than other 2009 cars)
      • 0.0064% fail on Lever
    • 0.058% fail on Brake actuators (including spring brakes or hydraulic cylinders) (61% better than other 2009 cars)
      • 0.058% fail on Hydraulic brake callipers
    • 0.032% fail on Hydraulic systems (70% better than other 2009 cars)
      • 0.019% fail on Brake fluid (75% better than other 2009 cars)
      • 0.013% fail on Servos
    • 0.032% fail on Rigid brake pipes (97% better than other 2009 cars)
    • 0.013% fail on Other components and prescribed areas
      • 0.0064% fail on Other components
      • 0.0064% fail on Additional braking device
    • 0.0064% fail on Service brake pedal or hand lever
      • 0.0064% fail on Pedal
    • 0.0064% fail on Air and vacuum systems
      • 0.0064% fail on Leaks
  • 4.0% fail on Noise, emissions and leaks
    • 4.0% fail on Exhaust emissions
      • 2.5% fail on Compression ignition (71% worse than other 2009 cars)
        • 2.0% fail on Malfunction indicator lamp (2 times worse than other 2009 cars)
        • 0.42% fail on On or after 01/07/2008 (44% better than other 2009 cars)
        • 0.064% fail on Emissions not tested
        • 0.045% fail on Pre 01/07/2008 Turbo
        • 0.019% fail on Emission control equipment
          • 0.013% fail on Particulate filter
          • 0.0064% fail on Catalytic converter
          • 0.0064% fail on Other emission control equipment
        • 0.019% fail on Pre 01/07/2008 Non turbo
        • 0.0064% fail on On or after 01/01/2014
      • 1.5% fail on Spark ignition (47% better than other 2009 cars)
        • 1.3% fail on Malfunction indicator lamp
        • 0.14% fail on Catalyst emissions (90% better than other 2009 cars)
        • 0.071% fail on Emissions not tested (83% better than other 2009 cars)
        • 0.013% fail on Non catalyst emissions
    • 0.097% fail on Fluid leaks (65% better than other 2009 cars)
      • 0.071% fail on Engine oil leaks (69% better than other 2009 cars)
      • 0.019% fail on Other leaks
      • 0.0064% fail on Transmission oil leaks
      • 0.0064% fail on Hydraulic fluid leaks
    • 0.0064% fail on Noise suppression
      • 0.0064% fail on Undertray
  • 3.8% fail on Visibility (35% better than other 2009 cars)
    • 2.1% fail on Washers (32% better than other 2009 cars)
    • 1.8% fail on Wipers (35% better than other 2009 cars)
    • 0.090% fail on View to rear
      • 0.077% fail on Mirrors (51% better than other 2009 cars)
      • 0.013% fail on Indirect vision devices
    • 0.084% fail on Bonnet
    • 0.071% fail on Condition of glass
      • 0.071% fail on Windscreen
    • 0.013% fail on Driver's view
  • 1.3% fail on Seat belts and supplementary restraint systems (25% worse than other 2009 cars)
    • 0.70% fail on Seat belts (43% worse than other 2009 cars)
      • 0.67% fail on Condition (90% worse than other 2009 cars)
      • 0.019% fail on Prescribed areas (81% better than other 2009 cars)
      • 0.0064% fail on Requirements
    • 0.66% fail on SRS malfunction indicator lamp
    • 0.0064% fail on Airbags
      • 0.0064% fail on Drivers airbag
  • 0.56% fail on Identification of the vehicle
    • 0.56% fail on Registration plates
  • 0.52% fail on Steering (78% better than other 2009 cars)
    • 0.24% fail on Steering linkage components (88% better than other 2009 cars)
      • 0.17% fail on Track rod end (90% better than other 2009 cars)
      • 0.045% fail on Ball joint
      • 0.013% fail on Other components
        • 0.0064% fail on Steering component
        • 0.0064% fail on Steering linkage
      • 0.0064% fail on Steering arm
    • 0.13% fail on Steering gear (59% better than other 2009 cars)
      • 0.097% fail on Steering rack (68% better than other 2009 cars)
      • 0.032% fail on Operation (2 times worse than other 2009 cars)
    • 0.097% fail on Power steering
      • 0.071% fail on Operation
      • 0.019% fail on Other components
      • 0.0064% fail on Pipes and hoses
      • 0.0064% fail on Pump
    • 0.052% fail on Steering play
      • 0.052% fail on Steering rack
    • 0.026% fail on Electronic power steering
    • 0.0064% fail on Steering wheel
    • 0.0064% fail on Steering column
  • 0.51% fail on Road Wheels
    • 0.44% fail on Attachment
    • 0.071% fail on Condition
  • 0.013% fail on Seat belt installation check
    • 0.0064% fail on Anchorages
    • 0.0064% fail on Belt(s)/padding
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  • Audi A4 (2008 - 2015)
    High quality interior with plenty of space. Excellent steering and handling. Available with quattro four-wheel drive. Frugal 2.0 TDI. Improved for 2012 with more efficient engines.
  • Audi A4 Cabriolet (2006 - 2009)
    More emphasis on handling, comfort and refinement than pre-facelift model. Very classy image.

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