AUDI S3 MOT pass rate
90.0% of 13,212 AUDI S3 MOT tests pass.
The S3 passes its MOT 90.0% of the time — well above the average across all AUDI models, which sits at 84.5%.
The AUDI S3 passes its MOT 90.0% of the time — well above the national average for cars, which sits at 79.2%.
Own this AUDI S3?
This is the average across every AUDI S3 in the dataset. Look up your own registration for its actual MOT history, and a free place to keep its maintenance records.
How to check and keep your AUDI’s service history →
Pass rate by vehicle age
Pass rate declines noticeably with age, from 95.4% at 0–3 years to 80.2% at 15+ years.
| Vehicle age | Pass rate | Tests | Average mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0–3 years | 95.4% | 2,448 | 23,551 miles |
| 3–6 years | 94.8% | 3,039 | 29,008 miles |
| 6–10 years | 92.9% | 1,837 | 69,082 miles |
| 10–15 years | 87.0% | 3,622 | 87,351 miles |
| 15+ years | 80.2% | 2,266 | 121,380 miles |
Common MOT failure reasons for the AUDI S3
The most common reason the AUDI S3 fails its MOT is lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment — present in 36.4% of failed tests, most often logged as "Too low".
| Category | Share of failed tests | Example |
|---|---|---|
| Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment | 36.4% | Too low |
| Tyres | 31.6% | Tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm |
| Suspension | 27.9% | Ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt |
| Noise, emissions and leaks | 24.6% | Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits |
| Brakes | 23.2% | Less than 1.5 mm thick |
| Body, chassis, structure | 9.9% | Constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt |
| Visibility | 8.8% | Does not clear the windscreen effectively |
| Seat belts and supplementary restraint systems | 2.9% | Warning lamp indicates a fault |
| Steering | 2.5% | Ball joint has excessive play |
| Identification of the vehicle | 2.5% | Does not conform to the specified requirements |
Related AUDI models
- AUDI A3 — 82.2% pass rate
- AUDI A4 — 80.0% pass rate
- AUDI A1 — 82.9% pass rate
- AUDI A5 — 85.0% pass rate
- AUDI Q3 — 87.6% pass rate
- AUDI A6 — 85.3% pass rate
Frequently asked questions
- What is the MOT pass rate for the AUDI S3?
- 90.0% of AUDI S3 MOT tests pass, based on 13,212 tests in the DVSA anonymised MOT tests and results dataset.
- What are the most common MOT failures for the AUDI S3?
- The most common reason the AUDI S3 fails its MOT is lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment — present in 36.4% of failed tests, most often logged as "Too low".
- Does this show the AUDI S3's service history?
- No — this is MOT test data, which covers roadworthiness, not servicing. A service history is a separate record of maintenance work, which a specific car only has if its owner has kept it. See the AUDI service history guide for how to check and keep one.