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2013 Audi Q7 3.0L Diesel · PJ13 AAZ

PJ13 AAZ

2013 Audi Q7 (3.0L, diesel). First registered 25 May 2013. Recorded mileage 115,755 miles. MOT valid until 20 Jun 2027.

Make & Model
AUDI Q7
Year / Origin
2013 · Preston
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Valid until 20 Jun 2027
Road Tax
Untaxed (24 Aug 2025)
Recorded Mileage
115,755 mi
ULEZ Compliance
Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine
Diesel · 3.0L
Reliability Guide
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MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 20 Jun 2027
Tax Status
Untaxed
Tax due 24 Aug 2025
Fuel Type
Diesel
Year
2013
Engine
2967cc
Mechanical Assessment

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The vehicle currently holds a valid MOT certificate following a pass on 12 May 2025 at 112,574 miles. The maintenance trend appears exceptionally stable, as the record shows no recorded defects or advisories across multiple years of testing. The absence of flagged issues suggests a vehicle that has been kept in a roadworthy condition without recurring mechanical failures. The mileage is consistent with the age of the car, averaging roughly 8,660 miles per year. There was a notable increase in usage between August 2022 and August 2023, where the odometer rose from 84,986 to 97,558 miles. Since that period, the annual mileage has slowed, with approximately 15,000 miles added over the last two years. This pattern indicates regular use rather than prolonged periods of standing. While the MOT history is clean, the lack of recorded advisories on a thirteen year old luxury SUV is unusual. A buyer should still manually inspect the suspension bushes and coil springs for perishing, as these components often wear without triggering an immediate MOT failure. Checking for chassis corrosion and ensuring the brake discs are not pitted from periods of lower usage is advisable. The recorded failures on 10 August 2022 and 12 May 2025 are listed without specific defects, which often suggests administrative errors or immediate on-site rectifications of minor issues. Given the clean data, the focus should remain on verifying the service history for oil changes and timing belt intervals to ensure the drivetrain has received the necessary preventative maintenance.
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PJ13 AAZ Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 22/06/2026
  • 115,755 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 1 historical MOT failure
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT
  • Recurring brakes items (2 mentions)

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PJ13 AAZ MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 6 Nov 2026, 14:08
MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2013 Audi Q7 (PJ13 AAZ) between August 2022 and June 2026.

The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 22 June 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (2 issues), Tyres (2 issues), Lighting (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 11 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

Recorded failure items include: “Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))”; “Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))”.

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ADVISORY

PJ13 AAZ Mileage History

  1. 10/08/202284,986 mi
  2. 11/08/202397,558 mi+12,572 mi
  3. 12/05/2025112,574 mi+15,016 mi
  4. 12/05/2025112,574 mi
  5. 22/06/2026115,755 mi+3,181 mi

Average of roughly 7,960 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

Technical Specifications

May be subject to ULEZ charges

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MOT Roadworthiness: Good

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