2019 Audi A1 25 — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 726 MOT tests analysed for the 2019 Audi A1 25, the most common recorded failure areas were tyres, visibility and brakes. Its pass rate of 90.4% was in line with the average for cars of a similar age (89.7%). Higher-mileage examples failed more often — 16.1% in the 60-90k group versus 6.0% in the 0-30k group.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 4.8% | 35 |
| 2 | Visibility | 1.9% | 14 |
| 3 | Brakes | 1.8% | 13 |
| 4 | Lighting & signalling | 1.4% | 10 |
| 5 | Seat belts & restraints | 1.2% | 9 |
| 6 | Steering | 1.1% | 8 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tread depth | 40 |
| 2 | Brake pads | 12 |
| 3 | Track rod end | 9 |
| 4 | Washers | 8 |
| 5 | Wipers | 7 |
| 6 | Malfunction indicator lamp | 5 |
Top advisory categories
Advisories aren't failures, but they flag work likely needed soon — useful when budgeting.
| # | Category | % of tests with advisory | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 26.5% | 192 |
| 2 | Brakes | 12.3% | 89 |
| 3 | Other defects | 5.4% | 39 |
| 4 | Steering | 3.9% | 28 |
| 5 | Visibility | 2.5% | 18 |
| 6 | Suspension | 1.7% | 12 |
Failure rate by mileage
Higher-mileage cars tend to fail more — often the most useful guide to real condition.
| Mileage band | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 0-30k | 367 | 6.0% |
| 30-60k | 302 | 12.9% |
| 60-90k | 56 | 16.1% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 168 | 6.6% |
| 2023 | 173 | 8.1% |
| 2024 | 196 | 12.8% |
| 2025 | 189 | 10.6% |
What to check before buying a 2019 A1 25
Before buying a 2019 Audi A1 25, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Tyres accounted for 4.8% of tests for this year.
- Tyres (4.8% of tests): Usually a quick, known-cost fix, but check tread, age and uneven wear (which can hint at alignment or suspension issues). Typical repair: £50–£120 per tyre.
- Visibility (1.9% of tests): Wipers, washers, mirrors and screen damage — usually inexpensive, but check for chips in the driver's line of sight. Typical repair: £15–£150.
- Brakes (1.8% of tests): Pads/discs are routine wear; binding, imbalance or corroded pipes are more serious — test for pulling under braking. Typical repair: £100–£350 per axle.
Repair costs are rough UK ballpark ranges to set expectations, not quotes — actual prices vary widely by car, parts and garage.
Frequently asked questions
How many 2019 Audi A1 25s pass their MOT?
90.4% of the 726 2019 Audi A1 25 MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 9.6% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2019 Audi A1 25?
Tyres, recorded in 4.8% of tests, followed by visibility (1.9%).
Does the 2019 A1 25 get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 6.0% in the 0-30k band to 16.1% in the 60-90k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 726 MOT tests. Dataset: DVSA MOT testing data (2021,2022,2023,2024,2025). Data last updated 2026-07-01. Figures reflect MOT-testable defects only — read the methodology for how these are calculated and what they don't measure.