Audi Q8
From 7,349 MOT tests. Above average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
Pass rate by registration year
Pass rate by fuel type
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are a tyre seriously damaged, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements and engine mil illuminated indicating a malfunction. The top issue, a tyre seriously damaged, caused 102 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 | 102 |
| tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements | 59 |
| engine mil illuminated indicating a malfunction | 41 |
| number plate does not conform to the specified requirements | 41 |
| a tyre cords visible or damaged | 32 |
| a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn | 28 |
| brake lining or pad worn down to wear indicator | 19 |
| windscreen or window damaged or seriously discoloured but not adversely affecting driver's view | 15 |
| a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm | 14 |
| brake disc or drum significantly and obviously worn | 14 |
Audi Q8 on UK roads
The fleet is growing: 1,542 newly registered in the past year with 321 leaving, a net gain of 1,221. Currently at its highest numbers ever.
Quarterly breakdown
| Quarter | On road | SORN | New | Gone | Net |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 Q3 | 15,072 | 205 | +383 | -117 | +266 |
| 2025 Q2 | 14,806 | 205 | +328 | -16 | +312 |
| 2025 Q1 | 14,494 | 205 | +318 | -159 | +159 |
| 2024 Q4 | 14,340 | 200 | +513 | -29 | +484 |
| 2024 Q3 | 13,895 | 161 | +955 | -69 | +886 |
| 2024 Q2 | 13,015 | 155 | +957 | -63 | +894 |
| 2024 Q1 | 12,105 | 171 | +1,393 | -44 | +1,349 |
| 2023 Q4 | 10,786 | 141 | +2,120 | -35 | +2,085 |
20 variants on the road
| Variant | Fuel | Licensed | Share |
|---|---|---|---|
| Q8 E-Tron Sport 50 Quattro | Battery Electric | 2,019 | 14% |
| Q8 S Line 50 Tdi Quattro Auto | Diesel | 1,880 | 13% |
| Q8 E-Tron Black Ed 55 Quattro | Battery Electric | 1,827 | 13% |
| Q8 E-Tron S Line 55 Quattro | Battery Electric | 1,555 | 11% |
| Q8 Sln Blk Ed 55Tfsi Mhev Qt A | Petrol | 858 | 6% |
| Q8 E-Tron Black Ed 50 Quattro | Battery Electric | 826 | 6% |
| Q8 Sln Blk Ed 50 Tdi Mhev Qt A | Diesel | 742 | 5% |
| Q8 E-Tron S Line 50 Quattro | Battery Electric | 674 | 5% |
| Q8 S Line 50Tdi Mhev Quattro A | Diesel | 639 | 4% |
| Q8 S Line 55 Tfsi Mhev Quat A | Petrol | 561 | 4% |
| Q8 S-Ln Vorsprung50 Tdi Quat A | Diesel | 552 | 4% |
| Q8 Black Ed 50 Tdi Mhev Quat A | Diesel | 467 | 3% |
| Q8 E-Tron Sport 55 Quattro | Battery Electric | 399 | 3% |
| Q8 E-Tron Vorsprung 55 Quattro | Battery Electric | 346 | 2% |
| Q8 S Line Ed 1 50 Tdi Quat A | Diesel | 282 | 2% |
| Q8 Blk Ed 55 Tfsi Mhev Quat A | Petrol | 262 | 2% |
| Q8 Sln Vsprung 50Tdi Mhev Qt A | Diesel | 239 | 2% |
| Q8 Sln Vor 55 Tfsi Mhev Quat A | Petrol | 153 | 1% |
| Q8 E-Tron Launch Ed 55 Quattro | Battery Electric | 137 | <1% |
| Q8 S Ln Blk Ed 55Tfsi E Quat A | Plug-In Hybrid Electric (Petrol) | 116 | <1% |
Source: DfT vehicle licensing statistics, 2025 Q3. Crown copyright, OGL v3.0.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 95.7% | a tyre seriously damaged, engine mil illuminated indicating a malfunction |
| 2019 | 93.2% | a tyre seriously damaged, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements |
| 2018 | 94.7% | a tyre seriously damaged, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements |
Typical mileage
Half of all Q8s tested had between 30,950 and 56,759 miles on the clock.
At 46,947 median miles, the Q8 has 0.013 failures per 10,000 miles driven.
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Common questions
What is the Audi Q8 MOT pass rate?
The Audi Q8 has a 94% MOT pass rate based on 7,349 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Audi Q8?
The most common MOT failure on the Audi Q8 is a tyre seriously damaged, which caused 102 failures. Other common issues include tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements.
How many Audi Q8s are on UK roads?
There are 15,072 Audi Q8s currently licensed on UK roads, with 205 on SORN.
What is the typical mileage of a Audi Q8 at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Audi Q8 is 46,947 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 30,950 and 56,759 miles.
Buying a used Q8?
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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MOT data from DVSA anonymised test results, 2024 test year. Fleet data from DfT vehicle licensing statistics. Crown copyright, OGL v3.0. MOT pass rates are statistical summaries of test outcomes, not assessments of individual vehicle safety or condition. Always inspect a vehicle and check its full MOT history before purchasing. See terms of use.