2013 Audi Q7 4.1L Diesel · G7 NMD

Recurring suspension component wear and tyre integrity issues define the mechanical profile of this Audi Q7, with the most recent MOT passed on 14 November 2024. While the vehicle has maintained a continuous testing record, the history shows a transition from structural tyre failures and significant suspension bushing advisories in late 2023 to a focus on consumable brake wear in the latest inspection. The presence of multiple advisories regarding suspension arm bushes and a bent nearside rear lower suspension arm in the 2023 records indicates a history of wear in the steering and suspension linkages that may still be relevant to the vehicle's current state. The recorded mileage of 141,565 miles over approximately 13 years represents a typical usage pattern of roughly 10,890 miles per year. This consistent annual accumulation suggests the vehicle has been used for regular road travel rather than long periods of inactivity. Mechanically, this level of mileage is consistent with the observed wear on consumables such as tyres and brake pads, and it places the vehicle in a bracket where components like suspension bushes, dampers, and various rubber seals are subject to standard age and mileage-related degradation. Prospective buyers should pay close attention to the suspension system during a test drive, specifically looking for signs of the wear noted in the 2023 advisories. Listen for knocking, clunking, or creaking noises when driving over uneven surfaces or speed bumps, which could indicate that the previously flagged nearside and offside front lower suspension arm bushes have deteriorated further. Additionally, any pulling to one side or imprecise steering response may be linked to the previously recorded damage to the nearside rear lower suspension arm. The 14 November 2024 test also flagged thinning brake pads on both the front and rear axles. During a test drive, it is essential to check for any brake pedal judder, squealing noises during deceleration, or a spongy pedal feel, which could indicate the need for immediate replacement of the pads and potentially the discs. Given the history of tyre-related failures, including a dangerous structural tear in 2023, a close visual inspection of the current tyre sidewalls for bulges or cuts and checking the tread depth across the entire width of the tyre is also necessary.