2007 Audi Q7 4.2L Diesel · OE07 NPD

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile, evidenced by five consecutive MOT passes over the last five years. The most recent inspection conducted on 6 May 2025 at 120,557 miles resulted in no defects or advisories, indicating a high level of current mechanical compliance. This clean record suggests that the previous owners have maintained a proactive approach to repairs, addressing potential issues before they triggered a failure at the testing centre. The mileage pattern reflects a consistent and low-use profile averaging approximately 6,345 miles per year over the vehicle's nineteen-year life. A significant anomaly is noted between May 2021 and May 2022, where the vehicle covered 50,494 miles in a single year, suggesting a period of intensive commercial use. Since 2022, usage has returned to a much more constrained rate, covering only 8,659 miles over the last three years. This lower annual mileage generally reduces the wear on heavy drivetrain components, though it means that aged rubber components and seals may suffer from degradation regardless of distance traveled. Despite the clean MOT history, a physical inspection must focus on the inherent weaknesses of a heavy luxury SUV of this age. The buyer should scrutinise the multi-link suspension bushings and control arms for tearing or cracking, as these often fail without triggering an MOT advisory immediately. Given the vehicle's age, checking for structural corrosion on the subframes and rear wheel arches is essential, as the MOT only inspects for significant structural perforation. Additionally, the condition of the brake calipers and the state of the discs should be verified to ensure that the low recent mileage has not led to seizing or excessive pitting of the braking system.