Audi QUATTRO Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Audi QUATTRO reliable? We analysed 20,748 real MOT tests across 2,144 vehicles to find out.
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The Audi QUATTRO is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include parking brake: efficiency below requirements, position lamp(s) not working and windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Audi QUATTRO.
Audi QUATTRO Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Audi QUATTRO. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Audi QUATTRO MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Audi QUATTRO to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Audi QUATTRO Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Audi QUATTRO fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Audi QUATTRO Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Audi QUATTRO owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Audi QUATTRO MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Audi QUATTRO year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 | 74 | 82.4% | 31,540 | 60,084 | 88,852 |
| 2010 | 87 | 80.5% | 52,556 | 73,346 | 98,120 |
| 2009 | 174 | 86.8% | 50,258 | 71,802 | 95,140 |
| 2008 | 196 | 79.1% | 52,245 | 77,552 | 111,164 |
| 2007 | 146 | 76.7% | 43,952 | 90,494 | 125,149 |
| 2006 | 123 | 74.0% | 85,090 | 109,262 | 141,788 |
| 2005 | 163 | 85.9% | 37,568 | 70,728 | 83,860 |
| 2004 | 487 | 74.3% | 60,242 | 88,042 | 115,246 |
| 2003 | 331 | 75.8% | 59,738 | 80,874 | 109,587 |
| 2002 | 557 | 71.6% | 63,216 | 90,371 | 114,540 |
| 2001 | 166 | 66.3% | 60,938 | 82,840 | 107,413 |
| 2000 | 237 | 69.6% | 88,980 | 116,340 | 156,031 |
| 1999 | 162 | 67.3% | 95,826 | 122,190 | 160,556 |
| 1997 | 60 | 70.0% | 23,825 | 112,901 | 167,253 |
| 1996 | 60 | 60.0% | 129,970 | 164,681 | 173,741 |
| 1995 | 575 | 63.1% | 99,676 | 126,399 | 147,078 |
| 1994 | 307 | 69.4% | 94,741 | 123,117 | 142,313 |
| 1993 | 320 | 64.1% | 113,657 | 131,685 | 148,371 |
| 1992 | 433 | 67.4% | 109,847 | 127,764 | 149,486 |
| 1991 | 739 | 80.1% | 63,171 | 92,180 | 125,245 |
How Long Does a Audi QUATTRO Last?
Based on 2,144 Audi QUATTRO vehicles on UK roads.
Audi QUATTRO Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Audi QUATTRO MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.
Best Year to Buy a Used Audi QUATTRO
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
86.8% MOT pass rate from 174 tests
60.0% MOT pass rate from 60 tests
The best year to buy a used Audi QUATTRO is 2009, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 86.8% across 174 tests. The 1996 model year has the lowest pass rate at 60.0% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Audi QUATTRO Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Audi QUATTRO THIS CAR | 75.5% | 20,748 | 111,284 mi | 44 yrs |
| Audi A3 | 78% | 7,415,025 | 78,776 mi | 29 yrs |
| Audi A4 | 76.1% | 7,096,957 | 96,834 mi | 31 yrs |
| Audi A6 | 78.4% | 2,724,792 | 98,890 mi | 31 yrs |
| Honda Hornet | 84.1% | 6,744 | 19,308 mi | 29 yrs |
Compared to the Audi A3 (78.0% pass rate) and the Audi A4 (76.1% pass rate), the Audi QUATTRO trails behind on MOT reliability.
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The Audi QUATTRO has an overall MOT pass rate of 75.5% across 20,748 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.
The most common problems on the Audi QUATTRO are parking brake: efficiency below requirements (471 recorded failures), position lamp(s) not working (471), and windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (444). These are the faults most likely to cause an MOT failure on this model, so check for them carefully on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection. Many are wear-and-tear items that can be budgeted for, but a car that's already failing on multiple fronts may signal neglected maintenance.
A typical Audi QUATTRO owner drives around 919 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.
In terms of longevity, most Audi QUATTRO models stay on UK roads for around 44 years — a strong showing that suggests solid build quality and readily available parts. If you're buying one that's already approaching that window, the data suggests it has plenty of life left provided it's been maintained.
Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.