2014 Audi Q7 3.0L Diesel · ST64 SZR

The Q7 presents a stable maintenance trend, with a clean pass recorded on 30 September 2025 at 92,704 miles. That same day, however, a separate failure entry reveals three distinct defects: a severely reduced nearside headlamp intensity, a deep cut exposing the ply or cords on the offside front tyre, and an offside headlamp aim set too high. The presence of a failure followed by a pass on the identical date and mileage suggests these items were rectified promptly rather than left to fester. The September 2025 clean sheet indicates the vehicle currently meets minimum roadworthiness standards, but the simultaneous failure highlights a lapse in basic pre-test preparation by the presenting party. Mileage accumulation sits at roughly 7,725 miles per year, which is typical for a 2014 large SUV. The record shows a gap of nearly eight months between the May 2024 pass at 84,473 miles and the February 2025 pass at 89,536 miles, during which approximately 5,063 miles were covered. A further 3,168 miles appeared between February 2025 and September 2025, a span of seven months. This pattern suggests consistent but moderate use, with no dramatic spikes or prolonged dormancy that would raise concerns about seized components or perished rubber. The annual mileage has remained relatively steady across the recorded years, moving from roughly 8,000 miles per annum between 2023 and 2024 to a slightly higher rate in 2025. The May 2023 test at 76,379 miles flagged a fluctuating offside rear service brake, though not excessively so. Combined with the September 2025 tyre failure, a buyer should inspect the braking system closely. Request evidence of recent brake disc and pad condition, paying particular attention to the offside rear caliper for signs of binding or uneven wear. The cut tyre from the 2025 failure warrants a thorough check of all four tyre sidewalls for similar damage, and the nearside headlamp intensity issue suggests possible bulb degradation, a failing ballast, or clouded lens plastic. Examine both headlamp units for moisture ingress and verify aim settings on a beam setter. Given the vehicle's age and 92,704 miles, a compression test and inspection of suspension bushes, coil springs, and exhaust mounting points would provide further confidence in long-term structural integrity.