Audi A5 MOT Failure Rate — 15+ Years Old
Audi A5 in this age bracket has a 26.2% failure rate. Key areas to check before your MOT: lamps & electrics and suspension.
Component Risk Breakdown (15+ Years)
Which parts of a 15+-year-old Audi A5 are most likely to cause an MOT failure:
How Does This Compare?
Audi A5 MOT failure rate across all age groups:
| Age | Failure Rate | Tests | Worst Area |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0-2 years | 9.4% | 27,468 | Tyres |
| 3-5 years | 11.9% | 138,994 | Tyres |
| 6-10 years | 19.0% | 241,564 | Tyres |
| 11-15 years | 26.3% | 149,474 | Tyres |
| 15+ years | 26.2% | 5,272 | Lamps & Electrics |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is a 15+ year old Audi A5 reliable?
15+-year-old Audi A5 vehicles have a 26.2% failure rate, which is close to the UK average. It offers typical reliability for this age bracket.
What are the common MOT failures on a 15+ year old Audi A5?
The most common MOT failure areas at this age are:
- Lamps & Electrics — 8.4% failure risk
- Suspension — 8.0% failure risk
- Tyres — 6.1% failure risk
How can I prepare my Audi A5 for its MOT?
For a 15+-year-old Audi A5, focus on: (1) Lamps & Electrics — the most common failure area at this age. (2) Check all lights and bulbs. (3) Inspect tyres for tread depth and damage. (4) Consider a pre-MOT check at a local garage (£20–£40). You can also use our free prediction tool for a personalised risk breakdown.
Other Audi A5 Age Groups
Data methodology: Failure rates are weighted averages across all mileage bands for the 15+-year age group, calculated from official DVSA MOT test records. Only combinations with 100+ tests are included. Data covers 142 million MOT tests across the UK.
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