2022 Audi SQ8 Black Edition Tfsi Quat A 4.0L Petrol · CF08 ONG

This 2022 Audi SQ8 presents a broadly clean MOT record over its short testing life, with both recorded DVSA examinations resulting in passes and only a single advisory issued. The most recent test on 5 January 2026 recorded a pass alongside an advisory for the nearside front tyre being worn close to the legal limit and worn on the edge, while the prior examination in January 2025 was entirely defect free. With no advisories having been carried forward from the earlier test, the trend is one of stable roadworthiness rather than a developing mechanical concern, and the tyre advisory reads as a typical wear item rather than a symptom of a deeper geometry or suspension fault. That said, the edge wear component of the advisory is worth treating as a prompt for closer inspection rather than dismissing it as a simple consumable replacement. Recorded mileage stands at 34,715 miles across approximately four years of life, equating to an annual accumulation of roughly 8,679 miles per year. This is a very typical usage profile for a high-end SUV of this type and age, neither suggesting a car that has been left standing for prolonged periods nor one that has been subjected to heavy motorway or fleet-style duty. There are no notable gaps in the MOT record to imply extended off-road storage, and the steady progression of testing suggests continuous use. For a vehicle of this calibre, this kind of mileage is unlikely to have stressed major drivetrain components prematurely, though consumable wear on the brakes, tyres and suspension will still need to be assessed in proportion to the miles covered. Given the nearside front tyre advisory, a prospective buyer should pay particular attention to the front suspension geometry and bushes on a test drive. Listen for any clonking or knocking from the front end over speed humps and uneven surfaces, which could indicate worn lower control arm bushes, top mounts, or anti-roll bar linkages, all of which are common wear items on a heavy performance SUV at this mileage point. On the move, check for any steering pull to one side, vibration through the steering wheel, or uneven tyre wear across the front axle, any of which would point toward alignment issues, worn wishbone bushes, or top mount deterioration that may have contributed to the recorded edge wear. The braking system also warrants specific attention, as the SQ8 is a heavy vehicle and brake wear is influenced heavily by driving style and whether the car has been predominantly used in urban stop-start conditions or on open roads. On a test drive, feel for a firm, consistent pedal without excessive travel, and listen for any grinding or scraping from the calipers, which can indicate worn pads or binding mechanisms on the large factory discs. Given the performance specification, also check that the electronic systems such as adaptive air suspension, drive select modes, and all-wheel-drive functionality operate without warning messages on the dashboard, as any faults in these areas can be disproportionately expensive to rectify on this model.