2023 Audi Q4 E-Tron Vorsprung 40 Electric · FD72 OUK

The latest official DVSA MOT test for this 2023 Audi Q4 e-tron Vorsprung 40 was conducted on 16 January 2026 and resulted in a pass with no defects recorded, no advisories, and no failures logged against the vehicle. While a single clean pass provides a baseline reassurance that the car met the statutory roadworthiness criteria at the time of inspection, it is important to recognise that the absence of recorded advisories at a recent test on a three-year-old vehicle is consistent with a relatively young platform that has not yet reached a service threshold where wear-related items are commonly flagged. Given there are no recorded defects or advisories in the available history, the maintenance trend cannot be fully evaluated against a pattern of deterioration or improvement, but the clean result is a neutral-to-positive indicator rather than a negative one. The recorded mileage of 41,935 miles over an approximate three-year ownership period equates to an annual accumulation of around 13,978 miles per year, which is notably above the UK national average of roughly 7,000 to 9,000 miles annually and places this vehicle in the upper quartile of usage for its age. This elevated annual mileage has direct mechanical implications, particularly for the braking system, tyres, suspension components, and the drivetrain. Although the Q4 e-tron is an electric vehicle and therefore exempt from conventional exhaust emissions testing, it remains subject to the same mechanical scrutiny regarding suspension, steering, brakes, tyres, lighting, and structural condition. Higher mileage increases the rate of wear on brake discs and pads, although regenerative braking typically mitigates pad wear on EVs, it does not eliminate disc corrosion where the vehicle is frequently cycled without sustained braking. Tyre tread life is also compressed, and suspension bushes, coil springs, and anti-roll bar links experience accelerated fatigue. For a prospective buyer evaluating a high-mileage electric SUV with a clean MOT record, the practical inspection focus should shift towards areas where wear is most likely to manifest physically rather than through recorded defects. The tyres should be examined closely for both tread depth and sidewall condition; age-related perishing or cracking of the sidewall rubber can occur independently of tread wear, and the manufacturing date code on the sidewall should be checked to confirm the tyres are not beyond four to five years of age. The alloy wheels should be inspected for kerb damage which can indicate urban driving patterns, and the brake calipers and discs should be visually examined for signs of binding, uneven pad deposition, or surface corrosion that could lead to brake shudder under load. Given the high annual mileage, expect that the tyres may require replacement sooner rather than later and factor this into the purchase negotiation. Beyond the immediately visible components, several age-and-usage-related items warrant particular attention on a test drive and physical inspection. The 12-volt auxiliary battery, which services ancillary systems on electric vehicles, should be tested for state of health as these typically degrade after three to four years and can produce intermittent electrical faults. The high-voltage battery pack warranty and state of health should be verified through the Audi dealer network or specialist diagnostic equipment, as this is central to residual worth on any used EV. On a test drive, listen for any suspension clunks or knocks over uneven surfaces, which would suggest worn bushes, drop links, or coil spring seats, and pay attention to any steering vagueness or vibration that could indicate track rod wear or wheel balance issues. Finally, verify that the vehicle has been serviced in accordance with Audi's fixed servicing schedule, which on an EV is generally biennial, and that the digital service record or paper documentation corroborates the recorded mileage and confirms that brake fluid, coolant, and other time-based fluids have been renewed at the appropriate intervals regardless of the absence of MOT advisories.