2014 Audi Q7 3.0L Diesel · GU14 CPV

The vehicle is currently roadworthy following a clean pass in October 2025 at 114,911 miles. However, the maintenance history reveals a trend of reactive rather than proactive care. The failure in October 2025, just four miles after the previous test, highlighted significant safety-related issues including ABS and electronic stability control faults alongside worn brake components. While the vehicle passed the subsequent re-test, the recurring nature of brake wear suggests that the owner only addressed components once they reached a failure threshold. At 114,911 miles over twelve years, the Q7 has averaged approximately 9,500 miles per year, which aligns with typical usage patterns for a luxury SUV of this age. The data shows a notable increase in activity between 2022 and 2023, where the vehicle covered over 13,000 miles in twelve months. This period of higher use likely correlates with the appearance of the oil leak and long handbrake operation noted in the 2023 test. The mileage accumulation remains consistent since, indicating the car is still in regular use rather than being left stationary for long periods. A buyer must conduct a thorough inspection of the braking system and electronic modules. The record shows thin pads in late 2024 followed by worn and pitted rear discs in late 2025, suggesting the entire braking assembly may be nearing the end of its service life. The ABS and ESC warning lamps flagged during the 2025 failure should be verified via a diagnostic tool to ensure sensor faults or pump issues have been properly treated. Additionally, the oil leak reported in 2023 requires a visual check to ensure it has not worsened into a more costly engine seal failure.