2000 Audi Tt — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 13,140 MOT tests analysed for the 2000 Audi Tt, the most common recorded failure areas were lighting & signalling, suspension and brakes. Its pass rate of 71.4% was below the average for coupes & convertibles of a similar age (77.5%). Higher-mileage examples failed more often — 32.9% in the 150k+ group versus 11.7% in the 0-30k group.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lighting & signalling | 15.1% | 1,990 |
| 2 | Suspension | 12.6% | 1,654 |
| 3 | Brakes | 11.6% | 1,525 |
| 4 | Body, structure & corrosion | 7.4% | 978 |
| 5 | Emissions & environmental | 6.3% | 827 |
| 6 | Tyres | 5.3% | 703 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Headlamp aim | 990 |
| 2 | Catalyst emissions | 894 |
| 3 | Joints | 806 |
| 4 | Position lamp | 768 |
| 5 | Pins and bushes | 695 |
| 6 | Rigid brake pipes | 645 |
Top advisory categories
Advisories aren't failures, but they flag work likely needed soon — useful when budgeting.
| # | Category | % of tests with advisory | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Suspension | 40.3% | 5,295 |
| 2 | Brakes | 38.8% | 5,099 |
| 3 | Tyres | 23.6% | 3,102 |
| 4 | Lighting & signalling | 17.7% | 2,325 |
| 5 | Body, structure & corrosion | 15.7% | 2,060 |
| 6 | Emissions & environmental | 14.1% | 1,855 |
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 | 103 | 11.7% |
| 30-60k | 673 | 20.1% |
| 60-90k | 2,021 | 24.3% |
| 90-120k | 4,215 | 28.0% |
| 120-150k | 3,929 | 31.0% |
| 150k+ | 2,178 | 32.9% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 3,484 | 30.3% |
| 2022 | 3,038 | 28.3% |
| 2023 | 2,643 | 28.3% |
| 2024 | 2,147 | 28.3% |
| 2025 | 1,828 | 26.8% |
What to check before buying a 2000 Tt
Before buying a 2000 Audi Tt, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Lighting & signalling accounted for 15.1% of tests for this year.
- Lighting & signalling (15.1% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Suspension (12.6% of tests): Worn drop links, bushes, springs or shocks — listen for knocks over bumps and check for uneven tyre wear. Typical repair: £150–£450 per corner.
- Brakes (11.6% 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 2000 Audi Tts pass their MOT?
71.4% of the 13,140 2000 Audi Tt MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 28.6% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2000 Audi Tt?
Lighting & signalling, recorded in 15.1% of tests, followed by suspension (12.6%).
Does the 2000 Tt get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 11.7% in the 0-30k band to 32.9% in the 150k+ band.
Methodology & source. Based on 13,140 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.