2019 Audi E-Tron — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 4,359 MOT tests analysed for the 2019 Audi E-Tron, the most common recorded failure areas were tyres, lighting & signalling and visibility. Its pass rate of 91.4% was above the average for cars of a similar age (89.8%). Higher-mileage examples failed more often — 21.4% in the 90-120k group versus 7.3% in the 0-30k group.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 6.6% | 289 |
| 2 | Lighting & signalling | 1.3% | 55 |
| 3 | Visibility | 1.2% | 51 |
| 4 | Other defects | 0.4% | 16 |
| 5 | Seat belts & restraints | 0.3% | 14 |
| 6 | Suspension | 0.3% | 12 |
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 | 149 |
| 2 | Washers | 29 |
| 3 | Headlamp aim | 26 |
| 4 | Registration plates | 26 |
| 5 | Headlamp cleaning device | 23 |
| 6 | Tyre pressure monitoring system | 13 |
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 | 20.6% | 896 |
| 2 | Other defects | 8.3% | 363 |
| 3 | Visibility | 4.5% | 198 |
| 4 | Brakes | 3.4% | 146 |
| 5 | Suspension | 1.7% | 75 |
| 6 | Lighting & signalling | 0.7% | 30 |
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 | 1,632 | 7.3% |
| 30-60k | 2,133 | 8.9% |
| 60-90k | 519 | 9.8% |
| 90-120k | 70 | 21.4% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 1,082 | 8.6% |
| 2023 | 1,074 | 6.8% |
| 2024 | 1,087 | 9.7% |
| 2025 | 1,105 | 9.4% |
What to check before buying a 2019 E-Tron
Before buying a 2019 Audi E-Tron, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Tyres accounted for 6.6% of tests for this year.
- Tyres (6.6% 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.
- Lighting & signalling (1.3% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Visibility (1.2% 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.
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 E-Trons pass their MOT?
91.4% of the 4,359 2019 Audi E-Tron MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 8.6% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2019 Audi E-Tron?
Tyres, recorded in 6.6% of tests, followed by lighting & signalling (1.3%).
Does the 2019 E-Tron get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 7.3% in the 0-30k band to 21.4% in the 90-120k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 4,359 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.