Audi Q2
From 128,767 MOT tests. Above average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
Pass rate by registration year
Newer Q2s fare better: 2022 models pass at 96.8% vs 90.4% for 2016.
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are a tyre seriously damaged, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements and a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm. The top issue, a tyre seriously damaged, caused 2,346 failures in 2024. Checking tread depth (1.6mm legal minimum, 3mm recommended) before your test can save an unnecessary fail. You can check prices at Black Circles if you need replacements. If you need repairs before retesting, sites like BookMyGarage let you compare local prices.
| a tyre seriously damaged | 2,346 |
| tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements | 1,692 |
| a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm | 1,317 |
| a tyre cords visible or damaged | 626 |
| brake disc or drum significantly and obviously worn | 422 |
| windscreen washers not working or not providing sufficient fluid to clear the windscreen | 319 |
| windscreen or window damaged or seriously discoloured but not adversely affecting driver's view | 220 |
| number plate does not conform to the specified requirements | 202 |
| wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen | 190 |
| a shock absorber damaged to the extent that it does not function or showing signs of severe leakage | 178 |
Audi Q2 on UK roads
The fleet is growing: 7,383 newly registered in the past year with 592 leaving, a net gain of 6,791. Currently at its highest numbers ever.
Quarterly breakdown
| Quarter | On road | SORN | New | Gone | Net |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 Q3 | 105,903 | 395 | +2,522 | -218 | +2,304 |
| 2025 Q2 | 103,627 | 367 | +1,678 | -363 | +1,315 |
| 2025 Q1 | 102,273 | 406 | +1,919 | -11 | +1,908 |
| 2024 Q4 | 100,414 | 357 | +1,264 | -0 | +1,284 |
| 2024 Q3 | 99,189 | 298 | +2,308 | -626 | +1,682 |
| 2024 Q2 | 97,546 | 259 | +3,203 | -182 | +3,021 |
| 2024 Q1 | 94,505 | 279 | +3,364 | -84 | +3,280 |
| 2023 Q4 | 91,254 | 250 | +3,155 | -75 | +3,080 |
20 variants on the road
| Variant | Fuel | Licensed | Share |
|---|---|---|---|
| Q2 S Line 35 Tfsi S-A | Petrol | 17,202 | 18% |
| Q2 Sport 30 Tfsi | Petrol | 11,156 | 12% |
| Q2 Sport 35 Tfsi S-A | Petrol | 8,350 | 9% |
| Q2 S Line Black Ed 35 Tfsi Sa | Petrol | 8,070 | 9% |
| Q2 S Line 35 Tfsi | Petrol | 6,359 | 7% |
| Q2 Sport Tfsi | Petrol | 6,111 | 6% |
| Q2 Sport 35 Tfsi | Petrol | 5,004 | 5% |
| Q2 S Line 30 Tfsi | Petrol | 4,799 | 5% |
| Q2 S Line Tfsi S-A | Petrol | 3,356 | 4% |
| Q2 S Line Black Ed 35 Tfsi | Petrol | 3,018 | 3% |
| Q2 Technik 30 Tfsi | Petrol | 2,981 | 3% |
| Q2 S Line Tfsi | Petrol | 2,908 | 3% |
| Q2 Sport Tfsi S-A | Petrol | 2,761 | 3% |
| Q2 Sport 30 Tdi | Diesel | 2,606 | 3% |
| Q2 S Line 30 Tdi S-A | Diesel | 2,002 | 2% |
| Q2 Sport 30 Tdi S-A | Diesel | 1,838 | 2% |
| Q2 Black Edition 30 Tfsi | Petrol | 1,675 | 2% |
| Q2 S Line 30 Tdi | Diesel | 1,528 | 2% |
| Q2 S Line Edition 1 Tfsi S-A | Petrol | 1,521 | 2% |
| Q2 Sport Tdi | Diesel | 1,158 | 1% |
Source: DfT vehicle licensing statistics, 2025 Q3. Crown copyright, OGL v3.0.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 96.8% | a tyre seriously damaged, a tyre cords visible or damaged |
| 2021 | 94.1% | a tyre seriously damaged, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements |
| 2020 | 92.5% | a tyre seriously damaged, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements |
| 2019 | 92.3% | a tyre seriously damaged, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements |
3 earlier years
| 2018 | 90.4% | a tyre seriously damaged, a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm |
| 2017 | 90.4% | a tyre seriously damaged, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements |
| 2016 | 90.4% | a tyre seriously damaged, brake disc or drum significantly and obviously worn |
Typical mileage
Half of all Q2s tested had between 30,125 and 56,159 miles on the clock.
At 40,778 median miles, the Q2 has 0.019 failures per 10,000 miles driven.
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Common questions
What is the Audi Q2 MOT pass rate?
The Audi Q2 has a 92.1% MOT pass rate based on 128,767 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Audi Q2?
The most common MOT failure on the Audi Q2 is a tyre seriously damaged, which caused 2,346 failures. Other common issues include tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements.
How many Audi Q2s are on UK roads?
There are 105,903 Audi Q2s currently licensed on UK roads, with 395 on SORN.
What is the typical mileage of a Audi Q2 at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Audi Q2 is 40,778 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 30,125 and 56,159 miles.
Buying a used Q2?
Start with the free tools. Look up the specific vehicle's MOT history on GOV.UK The mileage at each test will show if it's been wound back, and the advisory history tells you what's wearing. Cross-reference that against the typical failures above to see if anything looks unusual for this model.
The free data won't tell you about outstanding finance, theft markers, or write-off history. For that, you need a vehicle history check This is especially important on a private sale where you have fewer legal protections.
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