Audi Q3 (2019)
2019 Audi Q3
CarHunch analysed 12,263 real MOT records for the 2019 Audi Q3. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
The 2019 Audi Q3 is a reliably built compact SUV, with a first-time MOT pass rate of 91.9% — well above the UK average of 80% — and only 14.4% of vehicles ever developing dangerous defects, which is reassuringly low. Petrol versions edge slightly ahead of diesels (92.3% vs 90.9% pass rate), though both powertrains perform strongly.
At a median mileage of 30,740 miles for a five-year-old car, these Q3s have been driven sensibly and haven't yet accumulated the wear that typically triggers failures. The average vehicle carries just 0.34 failures and 4.4 minor advisories per MOT, pointing to solid engineering and suggesting routine maintenance is handling wear well — so when shopping for a used example, prioritise full service history and a pre-purchase inspection focused on suspension and brakes, where those advisories cluster.
What to check before buying a 2019 Audi Q3
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.
- 📄 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 (72%) | 8,844 | 92.3% | 0.34 |
| Diesel (28%) | 3,416 | 90.9% | 0.36 |
| Diesel (0%) | 2 | 100% | 0 |
| Other (0%) | 1 | 100% | 0 |
Mileage Distribution
Most 2019 Audi Q3 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 Q3 vehicles fall between 23,299 and 39,295 miles.
2019 Audi Q3 — Still on the Road
Strong survival — 11,697 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025, 99% of the peak.
Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2022–2025.
MOT History Averages
Most Common MOT Issues — 2019 Audi Q3
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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26.1%
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
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26%
Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
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24.5%
Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing
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23.3%
Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing
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14.4%
Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin
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11.7%
Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing
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11.3%
Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing
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10.8%
Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil
Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2019. Counts include advisories and failures.
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