2017 Audi Q7 3.0L Diesel · R12 OEP

The vehicle remains roadworthy but the maintenance history shows a clear worsening trend regarding front suspension components. While the most recent test in January 2026 at 119,648 miles identified new wear on the front lower suspension arm bushes, this follows a multi-year pattern of deteriorating upper arm bushes dating back to 2023. The progression from minor upper arm wear to lower arm issues indicates that the front suspension assembly is now reaching the end of its effective service life. Mileage accumulation has accelerated significantly in the last four years. The vehicle covered approximately 13,000 miles between March 2020 and January 2022, yet it has logged over 75,000 miles between January 2022 and January 2026. This jump to an average of 18,750 miles per year is high for a heavy SUV and explains the rapid degradation of the rubber bushings and consumables. The high-frequency use suggests consistent motorway driving which places specific stress on the drivetrain and suspension geometry. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the front suspension to check for play in the control arms and bushings. The recurring advisories for worn bushes across 2023, 2024, and 2026 suggest that a comprehensive overhaul of the front end may be required soon to prevent handling instability. Furthermore, the 2022 failure for thin brake pads and the 2023 advisory for four tyres nearing the legal limit indicate that basic preventative maintenance is often reactive rather than proactive. Verify that the missing nearside jacking block has been replaced and that the undertrays mentioned as obscuring components in 2025 have been properly secured or replaced.