Audi A3 (2019)
2019 Audi A3
CarHunch analysed 21,026 real MOT records for the 2019 Audi A3. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
The 2019 Audi A3 passes its MOT on the first attempt 89% of the time, significantly outperforming the UK average of 80%, with petrol versions slightly more reliable at 89.6% versus diesel at 86.9%. However, one in five of these cars (20.6%) have recorded a dangerous defect at some point, which is a notable safety concern for buyers to investigate pre-purchase.
At 33,300 miles median, these A3s are running below average mileage for a five-year-old car, suggesting relatively light use across the fleet. The average car racks up just 0.49 failures but accumulates 3.7 advisories per test, pointing to minor wear items (likely suspension and lighting) rather than serious mechanical problems—a good sign that you'll know exactly what needs attention rather than facing surprise failures.
Petrol vs Diesel
Pass rate difference of 2.7 percentage points — worth knowing if you're choosing between the two.
What to check before buying a 2019 Audi A3
Practical pre-purchase checks for this age and model.
- 📋 Check the full MOT history. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. Enter the reg below for a full AI analysis.
- 🔍 Inspect for corrosion in person. Brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that's expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.
- 🛞 Check tyres and brakes. The most common advisory items at this age. Budget for replacement if they're near the limit — factor this into your offer price.
- ⚠️ 20.6% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded. Enter the reg below — the full MOT history will show exactly what was flagged and whether it was resolved.
- 📄 Run an HPI check. The MOT history won't show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status — an HPI check will.
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type
| Fuel type | Vehicles | Pass rate | Avg failures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Petrol (81%) | 16,941 | 89.6% | 0.48 |
| Diesel (19%) | 4,082 | 86.9% | 0.55 |
| Hybrid Electric (Clean) (0%) | 2 | 75% | 0.5 |
| Other (0%) | 1 | 100% | 0 |
Mileage Distribution
Most 2019 Audi A3 vehicles sit in the blue band. If the car you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.
Half of all 2019 Audi A3 vehicles fall between 24,653 and 43,470 miles.
2019 Audi A3 — Still on the Road
Strong survival — 19,648 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025, 98% of the peak.
Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2021–2025.
MOT History Averages
Most Common MOT Issues — 2019 Audi A3
Based on actual MOT test records for this model. Percentage shows how often each item appears across all vehicles in this cohort.
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24.7%
Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
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23.5%
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
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15.1%
Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin
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14.4%
Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing
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13.1%
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
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13%
Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing
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11%
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
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6.4%
Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin
Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2019. Counts include advisories and failures.
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