Audi SQ5 MOT Check

MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the Audi SQ5. Check any SQ5 by registration number below.

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90.9%

Avg Pass Rate

+1.2%

vs Audi Avg

Year Ranges

Excellent

Reliability

Audi SQ5 — MOT Reliability Overview

The Audi SQ5 has an average MOT pass rate of 90.9%, which is 1.2 percentage points above the Audi brand average of 89.7%. This is a strong result, indicating that the SQ5 is well-engineered and tends to age well mechanically. Owners can expect fewer surprises at MOT time.

The most common reasons a Audi SQ5 fails its MOT are the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements, a spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened, a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn. If you are preparing your SQ5 for its MOT, checking these areas first could save you a retest fee. Our detailed fault analysis includes estimated repair costs for each failure type.

Before buying a used Audi SQ5, we recommend checking the full MOT history, write-off status, outstanding finance, and stolen vehicle status. These checks can be done for free using the registration number.

MOT Pass Rate by Year

How the Audi SQ5 performs at MOT across different model years.

2016

Based on 78 vehicles

88.5%Excellent

Audi average: 89.7%

Dangerous Defects

0.0%

Retest Rate

18.8%

2015

Based on 187 vehicles

95.2%Excellent

Audi average: 89.7%

Dangerous Defects

2.0%

Retest Rate

4.6%

Mileage at 10yr

81k mi

2014

Based on 1,334 vehicles

91.7%Excellent

Audi average: 89.7%

Dangerous Defects

2.2%

Retest Rate

9.2%

Mileage at 10yr

146k mi

2013

Based on 425 vehicles

89.2%Excellent

Audi average: 89.7%

Dangerous Defects

1.5%

Retest Rate

17.3%

Mileage at 10yr

148k mi

0

Based on 573 vehicles

90.1%Excellent

Audi average: 89.7%

Mileage at 5yr

81k mi

Top MOT Failures — Audi SQ5

The most common reasons a Audi SQ5 fails its MOT, aggregated across all year ranges.

The aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements

3.5%

A spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened

2.5%

A suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn

1.8%

Tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements

1.6%

Wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen

1.0%

Audi SQ5 Common Faults & Repair Costs

Where Failures Occur

The areas of the vehicle most commonly flagged during MOT inspections.

Rear Nearside

7.7%

Rear Offside

7.7%

Front Offside

3.8%

Other Audi Models

Compare MOT reliability across Audi models.

Audi A5 S Ln Blk Ed 35 Tfsi Mhev Sa

90.3% pass rate

Audi A6 Aroad Sport 55tfsi Mhev Q A

89.5% pass rate

Audi All Road Avant

82.6% pass rate

Audi Rs 4 Vorsprung Tfsi Quattro A

94.7% pass rate

Audi E-tron S Quattro

82.6% pass rate

Audi TT

69.5% pass rate

Useful MOT Guides

Common MOT Failures

The most common reasons UK vehicles fail their MOT — and how to prepare.

MOT Checklist

Pre-MOT checklist to improve your chances of passing first time.

Advisory vs Failure

Understanding the difference between MOT advisories and failures.

See detailed fault analysis for Audi SQ5

Audi SQ5 — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Audi SQ5 MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the Audi SQ5?

The average MOT pass rate for the Audi SQ5 is 90.9% compared to the Audi average of 89.7%. Pass rates vary by year — check the year-by-year breakdown on this page for details.

What are the most common MOT failures on a Audi SQ5?

The most common MOT failures on the Audi SQ5 are: The aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements (3.5%), A spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened (2.5%), A suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn (1.8%). These are the components most likely to cause an MOT failure.

Is the Audi SQ5 reliable?

With an average MOT pass rate of 90.9%, the Audi SQ5 is rated as "Excellent" for reliability. This is a strong result suggesting good build quality and fewer common defects.

How do I check the MOT history of a Audi SQ5?

Enter the vehicle's registration number in the search box at the top of this page. You will instantly see the complete MOT history including every test result, mileage readings, advisories, and dangerous defects — completely free.

What mileage should I expect on a Audi SQ5?

Typical mileage for the Audi SQ5: 81,037 miles at 10 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used SQ5 to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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