2021 Audi Q7 3.0L Petrol · AE70 FFS

The 2021 Audi Q7 presents a clean bill of health on its most recent MOT, having passed on 30 July 2025 at 54,890 miles with zero defects recorded. The maintenance trend is stable and, by the evidence available, improving, as the vehicle has moved from a similarly clean pass on 22 April 2024 at 26,211 miles to an entirely advisory-free result over a year later. No recurring faults, no corrosion concerns, and no brake, suspension, or emissions defects appear in the DVSA record. The mileage accumulation tells a clear story of consistent, moderate use. Between the April 2024 test at 26,211 miles and the July 2025 test at 54,890 miles, the vehicle covered 28,679 miles in approximately fifteen months, equating to roughly 1,912 miles per month or 22,944 miles per year. This is noticeably higher than the lifetime average of around 10,978 miles per year for a five-year-old vehicle, suggesting a period of sustained high-demand use such as long-distance commuting or motorway-heavy driving. The gap between the two recorded tests is significant, with no intermediate MOT entries, which is expected given the vehicle's age and the UK's first-MOT-at-three-years rule, but it does mean the pre-2024 maintenance history is opaque. A clean MOT record is reassuring, yet a physical inspection remains essential on a performance SUV of this weight and complexity. Buyers should examine the condition of the front and rear suspension bushes, drop links, and anti-roll bar linkages, as these components endure considerable stress under a vehicle of this kerb weight, particularly after a high-mileage interval. Brake discs and pads deserve close scrutiny, especially at the rear, where binding calipers and uneven wear are common on heavy automatic SUVs used in mixed driving. The tyre sidewalls and tread depth should be checked for uneven wear patterns that could indicate alignment drift or suspension geometry issues not yet severe enough to trigger an MOT failure. Beyond the drivetrain, a thorough underbody inspection is wise. Look for corrosion on subframes, suspension mounting points, and around the rear arch seams, as well as the condition of the exhaust system and DPF function, given the high motorway mileage. Inside, test the air suspension compressor and air springs for leaks or slow deflation, a known weak point on the Q7 platform. The electronic systems, including parking sensors, MMI infotainment, and parking brake actuators, should all be cycled through their functions. A clean MOT is a strong starting point, but the mileage jump between tests demands hands-on verification of the components that wear fastest under sustained, heavy use.