Audi Q3 MOT Results

Registered in 2017

91.0% pass rate

from 16,525 tests in 2021

(35% better than other 2017 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 2017 cars and highlighted areas where the Audi Q3 is unusually good or bad.

3.4% fail on Tyres
- 2.1% fail on Condition
- 1.3% fail on Tread depth
- 0.018% fail on Size/type
1.7% fail on Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment (36% better than other 2017 cars)
- 0.72% fail on Headlamp aim (45% better than other 2017 cars)
  - 0.72% fail on Headlamp aim (43% better than other 2017 cars)
- 0.31% fail on Headlamps (39% better than other 2017 cars)
  - 0.27% fail on Headlamp cleaning device (4 times worse than other 2017 cars)
  - 0.030% fail on Headlamp (93% better than other 2017 cars)
  - 0.012% fail on Headlamp levelling device
- 0.21% fail on Stop lamp (38% better than other 2017 cars)
- 0.18% fail on Front and rear fog lamps
  - 0.18% fail on Rear fog lamp
    - 0.18% fail on Rear fog lamp
- 0.18% fail on Direction indicators
  - 0.18% fail on Flashing type
    - 0.11% fail on Side repeaters
    - 0.048% fail on Individual direction indicators
    - 0.018% fail on All direction indicators
- 0.11% fail on Reversing lamps (2 times worse than other 2017 cars)
  - 0.11% fail on Reversing lamps (2 times worse than other 2017 cars)
- 0.079% fail on Electrical equipment
  - 0.054% fail on Horn
  - 0.024% fail on Trailer electrical socket
- 0.024% fail on Rear reflectors
- 0.012% fail on Position lamps
  - 0.012% fail on Position lamp
- 0.0061% fail on Registration plate lamp(s)
1.1% fail on Brakes (47% better than other 2017 cars)
- 0.80% fail on Mechanical brake components (45% better than other 2017 cars)
  - 0.44% fail on Brake linings and pads (65% better than other 2017 cars)
    - 0.42% fail on Brake pads (66% better than other 2017 cars)
    - 0.012% fail on Brake linings
  - 0.43% fail on Brake discs and drums
    - 0.42% fail on Brake discs
    - 0.012% fail on Brake drums (20 times worse than other 2017 cars)
- 0.34% fail on Brake performance (28% better than other 2017 cars)
  - 0.19% fail on Service brake performance
    - 0.18% fail on Rbt
      - 0.18% fail on Service brake performance
      - 0.012% fail on Service brake imbalance
    - 0.0061% fail on Decelerometer
      - 0.0061% fail on Service brake performance
  - 0.061% fail on Service Brake Efficiency (sp)
    - 0.036% fail on Rbt (sp)
      - 0.018% fail on Service brake performance
      - 0.018% fail on Service brake imbalance
    - 0.018% fail on Decelerometer (sp) (4 times worse than other 2017 cars)
    - 0.0061% fail on Plate brake tester (sp)
      - 0.0061% fail on Service brake imbalance
  - 0.061% fail on Parking brake efficiency (sp)
    - 0.061% fail on Rbt (sp)
  - 0.042% fail on Brake performance not tested
  - 0.024% fail on Parking brake performance
    - 0.024% fail on Rbt
      - 0.024% fail on Parking brake performance
- 0.042% fail on Parking brake control
  - 0.042% fail on Electronic parking brake (190% worse than other 2017 cars)
- 0.036% fail on ABS / EBS / ESC
  - 0.030% fail on Anti-lock braking system
  - 0.0061% fail on Electronic braking system
  - 0.0061% fail on Electronic stability control
- 0.012% fail on Flexible brake hoses
1.0% fail on Visibility (72% better than other 2017 cars)
- 0.71% fail on Washers (27% better than other 2017 cars)
- 0.27% fail on Wipers (90% better than other 2017 cars)
- 0.079% fail on Condition of glass
  - 0.073% fail on Windscreen
  - 0.0061% fail on Window
- 0.024% fail on Bonnet
- 0.018% fail on View to rear
  - 0.018% fail on Mirrors
0.77% fail on Suspension
- 0.30% fail on Springs
  - 0.30% fail on Coil springs
    - 0.30% fail on Coil spring
    - 0.0061% fail on Mounting
- 0.22% fail on Suspension arms
  - 0.21% fail on Pins and bushes (67% worse than other 2017 cars)
  - 0.0061% fail on Suspension arm
  - 0.0061% fail on Ball joint
- 0.21% fail on Shock absorbers (110% worse than other 2017 cars)
- 0.036% fail on Anti-roll bars (73% better than other 2017 cars)
  - 0.012% fail on Linkage
  - 0.012% fail on Linkage ball joints (81% better than other 2017 cars)
  - 0.0061% fail on Ball joint dust cover
  - 0.0061% fail on Linkage ball joint dust cover
- 0.0061% fail on Macpherson strut
  - 0.0061% fail on Attachment bracket and mounting
- 0.0061% fail on Suspension rods
  - 0.0061% fail on Ball joint dust cover
- 0.0061% fail on Other suspension component
  - 0.0061% fail on Pins and bushes
0.33% fail on Noise, emissions and leaks (40% better than other 2017 cars)
- 0.31% fail on Exhaust emissions (41% better than other 2017 cars)
  - 0.23% fail on Spark ignition
    - 0.16% fail on Catalyst emissions
    - 0.067% fail on Malfunction indicator lamp (66% better than other 2017 cars)
    - 0.0061% fail on Non catalyst emissions
    - 0.0061% fail on Emissions not tested
  - 0.079% fail on Compression ignition (63% better than other 2017 cars)
    - 0.079% fail on Malfunction indicator lamp (52% better than other 2017 cars)
- 0.012% fail on Noise suppression
  - 0.012% fail on Undertray
- 0.0061% fail on Fluid leaks
  - 0.0061% fail on Engine oil leaks
0.24% fail on Seat belts and supplementary restraint systems
- 0.13% fail on SRS malfunction indicator lamp
- 0.10% fail on Seat belts
  - 0.079% fail on Condition
  - 0.024% fail on Attachment (6 times worse than other 2017 cars)
0.19% fail on Identification of the vehicle
- 0.19% fail on Registration plates
0.054% fail on Body, chassis, structure (82% better than other 2017 cars)
- 0.018% fail on Transmission (82% better than other 2017 cars)
  - 0.018% fail on Drive shafts (81% better than other 2017 cars)
    - 0.018% fail on Joints (81% better than other 2017 cars)
- 0.012% fail on Bumpers
- 0.0061% fail on Exhaust system
- 0.0061% fail on Body
  - 0.0061% fail on Other body component
- 0.0061% fail on Doors
  - 0.0061% fail on Other passenger's door
    - 0.0061% fail on Door condition
- 0.0061% fail on Undertray
0.036% fail on Steering (76% better than other 2017 cars)
- 0.018% fail on Steering linkage components (82% better than other 2017 cars)
  - 0.018% fail on Track rod end (80% better than other 2017 cars)
- 0.012% fail on Electronic power steering
- 0.0061% fail on Steering gear
  - 0.0061% fail on Steering rack
0.030% fail on Road Wheels (81% better than other 2017 cars)
- 0.024% fail on Attachment (77% better than other 2017 cars)
- 0.0061% fail on Condition

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Audi Q3 (2011 - 2018)
Stylish. compact SUV in a similar fashion to the Range Rover Evoque. Impressive fuel economy and low CO2. Two and four-wheel drive available.