Audi Q5 MOT Results

Registered in 2016
89.8% pass rate
from 11,562 tests in 2021
(39% better than other 2016 cars)
Pass rate by mileage
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 2016 cars and highlighted areas where the Audi Q5 is unusually good or bad.

  • 3.8% fail on Tyres
    • 2.6% fail on Condition (24% worse than other 2016 cars)
    • 1.2% fail on Tread depth (36% better than other 2016 cars)
    • 0.026% fail on Size/type
  • 1.5% fail on Brakes (46% better than other 2016 cars)
    • 1.3% fail on Mechanical brake components (33% better than other 2016 cars)
      • 1.3% fail on Brake linings and pads (20% better than other 2016 cars)
        • 1.3% fail on Brake pads (21% better than other 2016 cars)
        • 0.0086% fail on Brake linings
      • 0.12% fail on Brake discs and drums (75% better than other 2016 cars)
        • 0.12% fail on Brake discs (75% better than other 2016 cars)
    • 0.17% fail on Brake performance (76% better than other 2016 cars)
      • 0.10% fail on Service brake performance (75% better than other 2016 cars)
        • 0.086% fail on Rbt (78% better than other 2016 cars)
          • 0.069% fail on Service brake performance (79% better than other 2016 cars)
          • 0.017% fail on Service brake imbalance
        • 0.017% fail on Decelerometer (7 times worse than other 2016 cars)
          • 0.0086% fail on Service brake performance
          • 0.0086% fail on Service brake performance (Trikes, quads and pre-68 vehicles)
      • 0.043% fail on Brake performance not tested
      • 0.017% fail on Parking brake efficiency (sp) (93% better than other 2016 cars)
        • 0.017% fail on Rbt (sp) (92% better than other 2016 cars)
      • 0.0086% fail on Service Brake Efficiency (sp)
        • 0.0086% fail on Decelerometer (sp)
      • 0.0086% fail on Parking brake performance
        • 0.0086% fail on Plate brake tester
          • 0.0086% fail on Parking brake efficiency (Trikes, quads and pre-68 vehicles)
    • 0.043% fail on ABS / EBS / ESC
      • 0.043% fail on Electronic stability control
      • 0.0086% fail on Anti-lock braking system
    • 0.026% fail on Flexible brake hoses
    • 0.017% fail on Rigid brake pipes
    • 0.0086% fail on Parking brake control
      • 0.0086% fail on Electronic parking brake
  • 1.3% fail on Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment (63% better than other 2016 cars)
    • 0.88% fail on Headlamp aim (38% better than other 2016 cars)
      • 0.88% fail on Headlamp aim (35% better than other 2016 cars)
    • 0.27% fail on Headlamps (63% better than other 2016 cars)
      • 0.12% fail on Headlamp cleaning device (140% worse than other 2016 cars)
      • 0.086% fail on Headlamp levelling device (2 times worse than other 2016 cars)
      • 0.052% fail on Headlamp (92% better than other 2016 cars)
      • 0.0086% fail on Dipswitch
    • 0.069% fail on Rear reflectors (170% worse than other 2016 cars)
    • 0.061% fail on Front and rear fog lamps (67% better than other 2016 cars)
      • 0.061% fail on Rear fog lamp (67% better than other 2016 cars)
        • 0.061% fail on Rear fog lamp (67% better than other 2016 cars)
    • 0.043% fail on Position lamps
      • 0.043% fail on Position lamp
    • 0.035% fail on Direction indicators (90% better than other 2016 cars)
      • 0.035% fail on Flashing type (90% better than other 2016 cars)
        • 0.026% fail on Individual direction indicators
        • 0.0086% fail on Side repeaters
    • 0.026% fail on Stop lamp (96% better than other 2016 cars)
    • 0.017% fail on Electrical equipment
      • 0.017% fail on Electrical wiring
    • 0.0086% fail on Reversing lamps
      • 0.0086% fail on Reversing lamps
    • 0.0086% fail on Registration plate lamp(s)
  • 1.3% fail on Visibility (67% better than other 2016 cars)
    • 0.71% fail on Washers (36% better than other 2016 cars)
    • 0.57% fail on Wipers (80% better than other 2016 cars)
    • 0.035% fail on Condition of glass
      • 0.035% fail on Windscreen
    • 0.017% fail on View to rear
      • 0.017% fail on Mirrors
  • 0.73% fail on Body, chassis, structure (33% worse than other 2016 cars)
    • 0.57% fail on Transmission (160% worse than other 2016 cars)
      • 0.54% fail on Drive shafts (170% worse than other 2016 cars)
        • 0.54% fail on Joints (170% worse than other 2016 cars)
      • 0.035% fail on Prop shafts
        • 0.035% fail on Joints (3 times worse than other 2016 cars)
    • 0.13% fail on Exhaust system
    • 0.017% fail on Doors
      • 0.0086% fail on Driver's door
        • 0.0086% fail on Door condition
      • 0.0086% fail on Other passenger's door
        • 0.0086% fail on Door condition
    • 0.0086% fail on Fuel system
      • 0.0086% fail on Tank
    • 0.0086% fail on Body
      • 0.0086% fail on Other body component
  • 0.63% fail on Noise, emissions and leaks
    • 0.62% fail on Exhaust emissions
      • 0.46% fail on Compression ignition
        • 0.42% fail on Malfunction indicator lamp (65% worse than other 2016 cars)
        • 0.017% fail on Emission control equipment (5 times worse than other 2016 cars)
          • 0.017% fail on Particulate filter (20 times worse than other 2016 cars)
          • 0.0086% fail on Catalytic converter
        • 0.0086% fail on Pre 01/07/2008 Turbo
        • 0.0086% fail on Pre 01/07/2008 Non turbo
        • 0.0086% fail on On or after 01/01/2014
        • 0.0086% fail on Emissions not tested
      • 0.16% fail on Spark ignition (65% better than other 2016 cars)
        • 0.16% fail on Malfunction indicator lamp (47% better than other 2016 cars)
        • 0.0086% fail on Emissions not tested
    • 0.0086% fail on Noise suppression
      • 0.0086% fail on Undertray
  • 0.53% fail on Suspension (75% better than other 2016 cars)
    • 0.42% fail on Suspension arms
      • 0.37% fail on Pins and bushes (52% worse than other 2016 cars)
      • 0.026% fail on Ball joint (87% better than other 2016 cars)
      • 0.026% fail on Ball joint dust cover
      • 0.0086% fail on Attachment bracket and mounting
    • 0.043% fail on Shock absorbers (69% better than other 2016 cars)
    • 0.026% fail on Wheel bearings
    • 0.026% fail on Springs (98% better than other 2016 cars)
      • 0.026% fail on Coil springs (98% better than other 2016 cars)
        • 0.017% fail on Coil spring (98% better than other 2016 cars)
        • 0.0086% fail on Mounting
    • 0.0086% fail on Anti-roll bars
      • 0.0086% fail on Linkage pins and bushes
    • 0.0086% fail on Sub-frames
      • 0.0086% fail on Sub-frame mounting prescribed areas
    • 0.0086% fail on Air/gas/fluid suspension
      • 0.0086% fail on Levelling valve
  • 0.40% fail on Identification of the vehicle (86% worse than other 2016 cars)
    • 0.40% fail on Registration plates (87% worse than other 2016 cars)
  • 0.14% fail on Seat belts and supplementary restraint systems (52% better than other 2016 cars)
    • 0.095% fail on Seat belts
      • 0.086% fail on Condition
      • 0.0086% fail on Requirements
    • 0.043% fail on SRS malfunction indicator lamp
  • 0.069% fail on Steering (74% better than other 2016 cars)
    • 0.043% fail on Steering gear
      • 0.035% fail on Steering rack
      • 0.0086% fail on Operation
    • 0.0086% fail on Steering linkage components
      • 0.0086% fail on Track rod end
    • 0.0086% fail on Power steering
      • 0.0086% fail on Operation
    • 0.0086% fail on Steering play
      • 0.0086% fail on Steering rack
  • 0.061% fail on Road Wheels (68% better than other 2016 cars)
    • 0.043% fail on Attachment (69% better than other 2016 cars)
    • 0.017% fail on Condition
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  • Audi Q5 (2008 - 2017)
    Refined and practical. Impressive rear passenger space and decent boot. Good economy from 2.0 TDI. Long-distance comfort.

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