Audi Q7 Sln Blk Ed 45Tdi Mhev Qto A
From 915 MOT tests. Above average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
Pass rate by registration year
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are a tyre seriously damaged, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements and number plate does not conform to the specified requirements. The top issue, a tyre seriously damaged, caused 13 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.
| a tyre seriously damaged | 13 |
| tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements | 11 |
| number plate does not conform to the specified requirements | 10 |
| engine mil illuminated indicating a malfunction | 8 |
| a tyre cords visible or damaged | 8 |
| a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm | 5 |
| windscreen or window damaged or seriously discoloured but not adversely affecting driver's view | 4 |
| emission control equipment fitted by the manufacturer missing, obviously modified or obviously defective | 3 |
| wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen | 3 |
| a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 3 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. 50% of failures are serious: 38.2% are safety issues (brakes, steering, tyre damage) and 11.8% could actually leave you stranded. That's close to the 44.4% average across all models. When it does fail, the average repair bill is around £76.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 92.4% | a tyre cords visible or damaged, a tyre seriously damaged |
| 2020 | 86.2% | tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, a tyre seriously damaged |
| 2019 | 92.5% | engine mil illuminated indicating a malfunction, brake lining or pad worn down to wear indicator |
Typical mileage
Half of all Q7 Sln Blk Ed 45Tdi Mhev Qto As tested had between 26,574 and 40,874 miles on the clock. Relatively low mileage overall. Many are still fairly young.
At 35,951 median miles, the Q7 Sln Blk Ed 45Tdi Mhev Qto A has 0.029 failures per 10,000 miles driven.
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Common questions
What is the Audi Q7 Sln Blk Ed 45Tdi Mhev Qto A MOT pass rate?
The Audi Q7 Sln Blk Ed 45Tdi Mhev Qto A has a 89.6% MOT pass rate based on 915 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Audi Q7 Sln Blk Ed 45Tdi Mhev Qto A?
The most common MOT failure on the Audi Q7 Sln Blk Ed 45Tdi Mhev Qto A is a tyre seriously damaged, which caused 13 failures. Other common issues include tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements.
What is the typical mileage of a Audi Q7 Sln Blk Ed 45Tdi Mhev Qto A at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Audi Q7 Sln Blk Ed 45Tdi Mhev Qto A is 35,951 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 26,574 and 40,874 miles.
Buying a used Q7 Sln Blk Ed 45Tdi Mhev Qto A?
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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