AUDI SQ8 MOT pass rate
95.9% of 1,601 AUDI SQ8 MOT tests pass.
The SQ8 passes its MOT 95.9% of the time — well above the average across all AUDI models, which sits at 84.5%.
The AUDI SQ8 passes its MOT 95.9% of the time — well above the national average for cars, which sits at 79.2%.
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Pass rate by vehicle age
Unusually, pass rate is higher for older examples: 94.3% at 0–3 years compared with 96.4% at 3–6 years.
| Vehicle age | Pass rate | Tests | Average mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0–3 years | 94.3% | 420 | 25,048 miles |
| 3–6 years | 96.4% | 1,181 | 40,226 miles |
| 6–10 years | no tests recorded | 0 | no reading |
| 10–15 years | no tests recorded | 0 | no reading |
| 15+ years | no tests recorded | 0 | no reading |
Common MOT failure reasons for the AUDI SQ8
The most common reason the AUDI SQ8 fails its MOT is tyres — present in 92.9% of failed tests, most often logged as "Has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords".
| Category | Share of failed tests | Example |
|---|---|---|
| Tyres | 92.9% | Has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords |
| Brakes | 14.3% | Worn down to wear indicator |
| Identification of the vehicle | 14.3% | Does not conform to the specified requirements |
| Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment | 8.6% | Inoperative |
| Noise, emissions and leaks | 7.1% | Inoperative or indicates a malfunction |
| Steering | 1.4% | Gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt |
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 SQ8?
- 95.9% of AUDI SQ8 MOT tests pass, based on 1,601 tests in the DVSA anonymised MOT tests and results dataset.
- What are the most common MOT failures for the AUDI SQ8?
- The most common reason the AUDI SQ8 fails its MOT is tyres — present in 92.9% of failed tests, most often logged as "Has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords".
- Does this show the AUDI SQ8'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.