Audi e-tron GE (2019-2023) reliability
Audi e-tron GE built around 2020: about average at the MOT
Audi e-tron GE models built around 2020 fail their MOT a little less often than similar cars the same age.
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Key figure
9% of MOT tests on Audi e-tron GE models built around 2020 ended in a fail (retests included), against 12% for similar cars the same age.
Most common issue
The most common MOT issue on Audi e-tron GE models built around 2020 involves the tyres.
Based on 17,525 tests of e-tron models registered 2019-2023.
About 1 in 9 electricity e-tron cars registered in 2022 (10.8%) failed their first MOT.
Based on 4,417 first MOTs (DVSA MOT results, 2025).
About 1 in 40 e-tron GE MOTs (2.4%) failed and still hadn't passed 3 days later. That's for cars built around 2020 (5 years old), all fuels combined.
Based on 3,494 tests (DVSA MOT results, 2025). A fail that passed a retest within 3 days, even the same day, isn't counted. Nor is a fail with no later MOT on record.
About 1 in 25 e-tron GE MOTs (4.5%) found at least one dangerous defect. These are cars built around 2020 (5 years old).
Based on 3,494 tests (DVSA MOT results, 2025). Dangerous is the most serious grade an MOT gives: a direct risk to road safety.
GE fail rate by age
Fail rate is the share of MOT tests that ended in a fail. Retests count as tests. How we count fail rates Build years are worked out from age, so they are approximate. Tests counted are 2025 MOTs. Highest fail rate at 6 years old.
How the e-tron GE compares
At each age below, see how the e-tron GE holds up against other cars the same age. The averages combine all fuel types.
Based on 119,144 tests across 23 Audi models, built around 2020 (5 years old).
Fail rate is the share of MOT tests that ended in a fail. Retests count as tests. How we count fail rates Build years are worked out from age, so they are approximate. Tests counted are 2025 MOTs.
What to check before viewing
The model's most common MOT issues, turned into things you can ask about or look for.
Brake discs
High priorityAsk for the date and mileage of the last disc replacement; visually check for a deep wear lip and rust pitting on each disc.
Tyres
Worth checkingCheck tread depth across the full width on all four; uneven wear suggests alignment or suspension issues.
Suspension bushes and joints
Worth checkingListen for knocks over speed bumps and ask about recent control-arm or anti-roll-bar work.
Vehicle-specific check
Worth checkingCheck the car’s number plate on MOT Wise to see its own MOT history and any recalls for its build years.
Other SUVs to compare
Other SUVs, with each one's figures taken at the same age as the e-tron GE.
- 1
Lexus RX
Same body type, tested at the same age
- Fail rate
- 4.9%
- Fail, no pass in 3 days
- 0.8%
- Dangerous
- 1.5%
- Still registered at 10 years
- 90.4%
Lower fail rate: 4.9%, against 9.1% for the Audi e-tron GE, both built around 2020.
1,790 MOT tests on cars built around 2020
- 2
Lexus UX
Same body type, tested at the same age
- Fail rate
- 7.1%
- Fail, no pass in 3 days
- 0.6%
- Dangerous
- 2.3%
Fewer fails still not passed 3 days later: 0.6%, against 2.4% for the Audi e-tron GE.
4,133 MOT tests on cars built around 2020
- 3
Porsche Macan
Same body type, tested at the same age
- Fail rate
- 6.5%
- Fail, no pass in 3 days
- 1.3%
- Dangerous
- 2.1%
- Still registered at 10 years
- 91.6%
Lower fail rate: 6.5%, against 9.1% for the Audi e-tron GE, both built around 2020.
4,146 MOT tests on cars built around 2020
- 4
Mitsubishi Eclipse
Same body type, tested at the same age
- Fail rate
- 12.3%
No clear edge over the Audi e-tron GE on these figures.
Some figures could not be compared for these two cars. So this comparison uses the fail rate and recalls only.
1,475 MOT tests on cars built around 2020
- Fail rate
- = the share of MOT tests that ended in a fail. Retests count as tests.
- Fail, no pass in 3 days
- = the share of MOT tests that failed and still hadn't passed 3 days later. A fail that passed a retest within 3 days, even the same day, isn't counted.
- Dangerous
- = the share of MOT tests where the tester marked a fault as dangerous. It is against the law to drive the car until it is fixed.
- Still registered at 10 years
- = the share of cars still registered (taxed or declared off the road) 10 years after they were first registered.
Recall context
11 recalls in all10 of the 11 e-tron GE recalls cover cars built in these years.
- 2 Critical
- 8 more
Top concerns
- Checking high-voltage battery
- Water may enter the high voltage battery
- Checking brake servo
For the exact car, check GOV.UK's recall checker with the number plate.
What has gone wrong on e-tron GE cars built around 2020
The share of electricity cars that have ever failed an MOT on each part of the car. Based on 134 cars.
How e-tron GE cars have aged
How e-tron GE cars have aged
How fail rates have changed as these cars got older. Each line follows cars first registered in about the same year across several years of MOT data. Not a prediction for any one car.
Some lines cover only a year or two, so read this as a rough guide.
GE variants compared
e-tron GE variants built around 2020
The fail rate for each e-tron GE variant, grouped by fuel. Each row counts fails per MOT test, the same way as the main fail rate chart.
Electricity
- E-TRON9.7%1,646 tests
- E-TRON TECHNIK 50 QUATTRO9.4%1,227 tests
Most common issues on Audi e-tron models of this age
This list covers every Audi e-tron built around 2020, whichever generation it is. We don't have a defect list for the GE on its own.
Most common advisories and fails
In order of the share of MOT tests that recorded each one
- 122.3%Advisory
Tyre worn close to the legal limit or worn on the edge
- 25.3%Advisory
Tyre slightly damaged, cracking or perishing
- 35.1%Advisory
Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened
- 44.5%Advisory
Tyre has a cut that does not reach the ply or cords
- 53.0%Minor
Windscreen damaged, but the driver can still see clearly
Based on 3,494 tests
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Frequently asked questions
Built around 2020 (5 years old), the Audi e-tron GE (2019-2023) fails MOTs noticeably less often than typical for this age. This is based on 3,494 5-year-old MOT tests from DVSA data. Each retest counts as a test.