2019 Audi Q7 3.0L Diesel · BS19 HDK

Front‑brake wear has become the principal mechanical narrative for this 2019 Audi Q7, with the latest MOT on 22 September 2025 recording thin nearside and off‑side front brake pads, while an earlier test in September 2024 flagged the off‑side front tyre as approaching the legal limit. Apart from these advisories the vehicle has passed four consecutive MOTs without any recorded failures, indicating a generally sound roadworthiness record but signalling that consumable wear on the front braking system and tyres is now reaching the point of imminent replacement. At 57 436 miles recorded over roughly seven years the average annual accumulation sits at about 8 200 miles, a figure that aligns with typical usage for a premium SUV of this age. The MOT history shows regular yearly testing with no significant gaps, suggesting the mileage figure is reliable and that the vehicle has not experienced prolonged periods of inactivity that might conceal hidden deterioration. This level of mileage places normal expectations on wear items such as brake pads, rotors, tyre tread, suspension bushings and drivetrain fluids. Prospective buyers should give the front braking system close attention. Inspect the pad thickness on both sides of the front axle; pads approaching the minimum legal thickness will need replacement and the rotors should be measured for run‑out and surface condition. During a low‑speed test drive listen for any squeal or high‑pitched whine on braking, feel for pedal fade or a spongy pedal travel, and check that the vehicle pulls straight when the brakes are applied. Any vibration or pulsation through the pedal may indicate warped discs that would require machining or replacement. The off‑side front tyre advisory suggests the tread depth is near the statutory minimum, so a visual inspection of tread wear across the tyre’s width and sidewalls is essential. Look for uneven wear patterns that could hint at mis‑aligned suspension or worn steering components, and verify that the tyre sidewalls are free from cuts, bulges or cracking. While no suspension or steering faults have been recorded, a short drive over a variety of road surfaces should reveal any knocks, clunks or pulling that might point to deteriorated bushes or alignment issues. Replacing the tyre and addressing the brake pads promptly will restore the vehicle to a fully compliant and safe condition.