Audi Q7
From 96,526 MOT tests. Above average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
Pass rate by registration year
Newer Q7s fare better: 2021 models pass at 89.9% vs 80% for 2006.
Pass rate by fuel type
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, a tyre seriously damaged, a suspension pin and bush or joint excessively worn. The top issue, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, caused 2,022 failures in 2024. Checking tread depth (1.6mm legal minimum, 3mm recommended) before your test can save an unnecessary fail. You can check prices at Black Circles if you need replacements. If you need repairs before retesting, sites like BookMyGarage let you compare local prices.
| tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements | 2,022 |
| a tyre seriously damaged | 1,701 |
| a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn | 1,452 |
| a spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened | 1,382 |
| a tyre cords visible or damaged | 999 |
| engine mil illuminated indicating a malfunction | 610 |
| wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen | 608 |
| a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm | 529 |
| parking brake efficiency below minimum requirement | 503 |
| a rear registration plate lamp or light source missing or inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources | 465 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. 19.4% of Q7 failures could actually strand you: fractured springs, engine faults, exhaust problems. Another 50.5% are safety issues where the car still drives but shouldn't, such as worn brakes, corroded brake pipes, and steering wear. When it does fail, the average repair bill is around £122.
Audi Q7 on UK roads
The fleet is growing: 2,852 newly registered in the past year with 1,667 leaving, a net gain of 1,185. Currently at its highest numbers ever.
Quarterly breakdown
| Quarter | On road | SORN | New | Gone | Net |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 Q3 | 50,918 | 4,018 | +723 | -505 | +218 |
| 2025 Q2 | 50,830 | 3,888 | +422 | -324 | +98 |
| 2025 Q1 | 50,814 | 3,806 | +1,021 | -461 | +560 |
| 2024 Q4 | 50,498 | 3,562 | +686 | -377 | +309 |
| 2024 Q3 | 50,368 | 3,383 | +583 | -585 | -2 |
| 2024 Q2 | 50,564 | 3,189 | +334 | -411 | -77 |
| 2024 Q1 | 50,729 | 3,101 | +513 | -328 | +185 |
| 2023 Q4 | 50,731 | 2,914 | +421 | -302 | +119 |
20 variants on the road
| Variant | Fuel | Licensed | Share |
|---|---|---|---|
| Q7 S Line Tdi Quattro Auto | Diesel | 11,782 | 26% |
| Q7 S Line + Tdi Quattro Auto | Diesel | 6,027 | 13% |
| Q7 S Line Tdi Quattro A | Diesel | 3,768 | 8% |
| Q7 Sln Blk Ed 50Tdi Mhev Qto A | Diesel | 3,222 | 7% |
| Q7 S Line 50 Tdi Mhev Quat A | Diesel | 2,169 | 5% |
| Q7 Sln Blk Ed 55Tfsi Mhev Qt A | Petrol | 2,108 | 5% |
| Q7 S Line Quattro Tdi | Diesel | 1,835 | 4% |
| Q7 S Line Black Ed Tdi Quat A | Diesel | 1,784 | 4% |
| Q7 S Line 55 Tfsi Mhev Quat A | Petrol | 1,456 | 3% |
| Q7 S Line 45 Tdi Quattro Auto | Diesel | 1,391 | 3% |
| Q7 Se Tdi Quattro Auto | Diesel | 1,298 | 3% |
| Q7 S Line Tdi 245 Quattro Auto | Diesel | 1,245 | 3% |
| Q7 Black Ed 50 Tdi Quattro A | Diesel | 1,135 | 3% |
| Q7 S Line 50 Tdi Quattro Auto | Diesel | 1,099 | 2% |
| Q7 S Line Sport Ed Tdi Quatt A | Diesel | 1,057 | 2% |
| Q7 S Line 45 Tdi Mhev Quat A | Diesel | 962 | 2% |
| Q7 Sln Blk Ed 45Tdi Mhev Qto A | Diesel | 875 | 2% |
| Q7 Black Ed 55 Tfsi Quattro A | Petrol | 634 | 1% |
| Q7 S Ln Vor 50 Tdi Mhev Quat A | Diesel | 634 | 1% |
| Q7 S Line Vorsprung Tdi Quat A | Diesel | 525 | 1% |
Source: DfT vehicle licensing statistics, 2025 Q3. Crown copyright, OGL v3.0.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 89.9% | a tyre seriously damaged, a tyre cords visible or damaged |
| 2020 | 93.2% | a tyre seriously damaged, a tyre cords visible or damaged |
| 2019 | 90.4% | a tyre seriously damaged, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements |
| 2018 | 88.6% | a spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened, a tyre seriously damaged |
12 earlier years
| 2017 | 87.4% | a spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements |
| 2016 | 86.4% | a spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened, a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn |
| 2015 | 87.6% | a spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements |
| 2014 | 88.7% | tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, a tyre seriously damaged |
| 2013 | 86.8% | a tyre seriously damaged, a tyre cords visible or damaged |
| 2012 | 85.3% | a tyre seriously damaged, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements |
| 2011 | 84.7% | tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, a tyre seriously damaged |
| 2010 | 82.2% | tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn |
| 2009 | 82.4% | a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements |
| 2008 | 78.4% | tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn |
| 2007 | 78.5% | a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning |
| 2006 | 80% | tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn |
Typical mileage
Half of all Q7s tested had between 63,924 and 118,519 miles on the clock. A significant number are high-mileage vehicles.
At 90,912 median miles, the Q7 has 0.016 failures per 10,000 miles driven.
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Common questions
What is the Audi Q7 MOT pass rate?
The Audi Q7 has a 85.8% MOT pass rate based on 96,526 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Audi Q7?
The most common MOT failure on the Audi Q7 is tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, which caused 2,022 failures. Other common issues include a tyre seriously damaged.
How many Audi Q7s are on UK roads?
There are 50,918 Audi Q7s currently licensed on UK roads, with 4,018 on SORN.
What is the typical mileage of a Audi Q7 at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Audi Q7 is 90,912 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 63,924 and 118,519 miles.
Buying a used Q7?
Start with the free tools. Look up the specific vehicle's MOT history on GOV.UK The mileage at each test will show if it's been wound back, and the advisory history tells you what's wearing. Cross-reference that against the typical failures above to see if anything looks unusual for this model.
The free data won't tell you about outstanding finance, theft markers, or write-off history. For that, you need a vehicle history check This is especially important on a private sale where you have fewer legal protections.
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MOT data from DVSA anonymised test results, 2024 test year. Fleet data from DfT vehicle licensing statistics. Crown copyright, OGL v3.0. MOT pass rates are statistical summaries of test outcomes, not assessments of individual vehicle safety or condition. Always inspect a vehicle and check its full MOT history before purchasing. See terms of use.