Audi A6: suspension MOT failures
Suspension was a recorded failure area in 4.8% of Audi A6 MOT tests in this dataset. It is most prominent on 2002, 2003 cars.
Worn drop links, bushes, springs or shocks — listen for knocks over bumps and check for uneven tyre wear. Typical repair cost: £150–£450 per corner (rough UK ballpark, not a quote).
Suspension failures by year
| Model year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2001 | 1,911 | 9.3% |
| 2002 | 3,860 | 10.8% |
| 2003 | 6,089 | 10.9% |
| 2004 | 8,979 | 10.0% |
| 2005 | 15,073 | 8.9% |
| 2012 | 48,534 | 5.5% |
Methodology & source. 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.