2020 Audi Rs 6 V-Sprung Mhev Quat A — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 1,051 MOT tests analysed for the 2020 Audi Rs 6 V-Sprung Mhev Quat A, the most common recorded failure areas were tyres, emissions & environmental and other defects. Its pass rate of 91.1% was in line with the average for cars of a similar age (90.6%).
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 7.0% | 74 |
| 2 | Emissions & environmental | 0.9% | 10 |
| 3 | Other defects | 0.9% | 9 |
| 4 | Lighting & signalling | 0.8% | 8 |
| 5 | Brakes | 0.3% | 3 |
| 6 | Suspension | 0.3% | 3 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Registration plates | 13 |
| 2 | Catalyst emissions | 9 |
| 3 | Headlamp cleaning device | 5 |
| 4 | Tyre pressure monitoring system | 5 |
| 5 | Headlamp aim | 4 |
| 6 | Tread depth | 4 |
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 | 11.8% | 124 |
| 2 | Other defects | 3.7% | 39 |
| 3 | Suspension | 2.6% | 27 |
| 4 | Visibility | 2.2% | 23 |
| 5 | Brakes | 2.1% | 22 |
| 6 | Road wheels | 0.2% | 2 |
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 | 638 | 8.8% |
| 30-60k | 388 | 8.8% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 358 | 8.9% |
| 2024 | 352 | 9.7% |
| 2025 | 335 | 8.1% |
What to check before buying a 2020 Rs 6 V-Sprung Mhev Quat A
Before buying a 2020 Audi Rs 6 V-Sprung Mhev Quat A, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Tyres accounted for 7.0% of tests for this year.
- Tyres (7.0% 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.
- Emissions & environmental (0.9% of tests): More common on older diesels (DPF/EGR) — can be expensive; check for warning lights and smoke. Typical repair: £100–£600.
- Other defects (0.9% of tests): Miscellaneous items not in the main categories. Typical repair: varies.
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 2020 Audi Rs 6 V-Sprung Mhev Quat As pass their MOT?
91.1% of the 1,051 2020 Audi Rs 6 V-Sprung Mhev Quat A MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 8.8% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2020 Audi Rs 6 V-Sprung Mhev Quat A?
Tyres, recorded in 7.0% of tests, followed by emissions & environmental (0.9%).
Does the 2020 Rs 6 V-Sprung Mhev Quat A get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 8.8% in the 0-30k band to 8.8% in the 30-60k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 1,051 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.