2007 Audi Q7 3.0L Diesel · KP57 TFZ

The vehicle passed its last MOT on 23 July 2022 at 116,000 miles, with advisories for both rear tyres worn close to the legal limit and on the edge. The preceding test history shows a clear maintenance trend: a failure on 16 June 2021 for illegally recut front tyre treads and worn rear tyres, followed by a pass the next day after the front tyres were replaced. This indicates a reactive, minimum-standard approach to addressing failures rather than proactive upkeep. Earlier records from April 2019 show recurring rear tyre edge wear and thin front brake pads, while the April 2018 test was clean. The pattern suggests basic consumables like tyres and brake pads were replaced only when legally mandated, with the 2021 recut tyres representing a serious previous owner neglect. The recorded annual mileage is approximately 6,105 miles, which is typical for a vehicle of this age. However, the MOT history contains a significant two-year gap between the April 2019 test and the June 2021 tests. The mileage increased by only 2,111 miles during this period, confirming the car was used very lightly or was off the road. The sparse testing frequency during this interval means the vehicle’s roadworthiness for a substantial period is undocumented, and any deterioration in components like suspension bushes or exhaust systems would not have been formally inspected. A buyer must prioritise a thorough in-person inspection focused on the recurring faults. The persistent rear tyre edge wear across multiple years strongly suggests underlying suspension geometry issues, likely from worn trailing arms, control arms, or their associated bushes. The illegally recut front tyres from 2021 are a major red flag for previous owner neglect and must be verified as replaced with correct, untampered tyres. Furthermore, the 2019 advisory for thin front brake pads requires immediate verification of pad and disc condition, as well as caliper function for binding. Given the four years since the last formal test, a fresh MOT is essential to assess current structural integrity, exhaust emissions, and all safety-critical systems.