AUDI Q72009 · 3.0L DIESEL

The vehicle presents a high level of roadworthiness, evidenced by five consecutive years of clean MOT results. The most recent inspection conducted on 17 March 2026 at 143,011 miles resulted in no defects or advisories. This consistency suggests a stable maintenance trend where the previous owners have proactively addressed issues before they triggered test failures, avoiding the mechanical or structural decline often seen in heavy SUVs of this age. The mileage accumulation is remarkably consistent over the five-year period of the record, averaging approximately 8,400 miles per year. Between March 2022 at 101,642 miles and March 2026 at 143,011 miles, the vehicle covered 41,369 miles, maintaining a steady rate of roughly 10,000 miles annually. This regular usage pattern is often preferable for complex German vehicles over long periods of standing, as it helps prevent seal failures, fluid degradation, and internal corrosion within the braking system. Despite the clean electronic record, a buyer must perform a physical inspection of high-wear components inherent to the Q7's weight. Attention should be paid to the suspension bushings, control arms, and coil springs, as these frequently fatigue at 140,000 miles. The buyer should also check for signs of binding calipers or uneven wear on the discs. Given the vehicle is 17 years old, a thorough check of the chassis for structural corrosion is also necessary step to ensure that no hidden rust has developed that the standard MOT inspections might have missed.