2009 Audi Q7 4.1L Diesel · OY59 MPE

The most recent DVSA examination on 15 January 2026 resulted in a clean pass with no advisories or defects recorded, following an equally clean pass on 4 January 2025. This indicates that any issues previously flagged have been rectified or have not yet deteriorated to a noteworthy stage. However, reviewing the broader pattern, the 2024 test recorded advisories on all four brake discs showing wear, though not excessively. This was preceded by similar front disc wear advisories in 2023, and in 2022 both rear brake pads were noted as wearing thin alongside a nearside front tyre worn on its inner edge. A failure was also recorded on 13 January 2022 due to non-conforming front and rear registration plates and an inoperative or malfunctioning engine MIL indicator. The vehicle passed the subsequent day once these issues were presumably addressed. Overall, the maintenance trend appears relatively stable with the more recent tests being cleaner, although brake-related wear has been a recurring theme over the four-year period. With 137,164 recorded miles on a 2009 vehicle, the average annual mileage stands at roughly 8,068 miles, which is broadly typical for a car of this age. There are visible gaps in the MOT history, with tests recorded in 2020, 2022, 2023, 2025 and 2026, suggesting the vehicle has been used consistently but possibly with periods of lighter use or short gaps between tests during the pandemic years. Given the moderate mileage and the size and weight of an Audi Q7, components such as the air suspension system, drivetrain, and braking hardware will still have experienced substantial accumulated wear relative to a smaller or lighter vehicle, particularly given the towing capability and four-wheel-drive architecture of this model. For a prospective buyer, the recurring brake disc and pad advisories warrant close attention. On a test drive, listen for any brake shudder or vibration through the steering wheel under firm braking, which would indicate disc warping often caused by uneven wear or overheating. Check the brake pedal feel for sponginess and inspect the discs visually through the wheel spokes for a pronounced lip on the outer edge. The earlier failure regarding the engine MIL indicator should be investigated thoroughly; ensure the engine management light illuminates and extinguishes correctly on ignition and that no underlying fault codes are stored. It is also worth investigating whether any diagnostic work was carried out to address this, as a recurring MIL issue on a Q7 could point to emissions, sensor, or more serious engine management concerns. The 2022 advisory regarding inner edge tyre wear on the front nearside could suggest a tracking or suspension geometry issue, so inspect the tyres for uneven wear across their width and consider a four-wheel alignment check. Beyond the recorded history, the age of this vehicle demands attention to time-sensitive degradation. Inspect all tyres, including the spare, for sidewall perishing or cracking from age rather than just tread depth, as rubber compounds deteriorate over time regardless of mileage. Check the condition of the air suspension struts and compressor for leaks or sagging, as these are known wear items on the Q7 and costly to replace. Examine the brake calipers for seizing or binding after periods of standing, which can cause uneven pad wear and pulling under braking. Given the calendar age, verify the service history for recent replacement of the timing belt, which is critical on the diesel and petrol engines used in this model, along with confirmation of fresh brake fluid, coolant, and transmission oil changes. Finally, test all electrical features including the infotainment system, climate control, and four-wheel-drive modes, as complex electronic faults are common on premium vehicles of this vintage and expensive to rectify.