2019 Audi Q7 — MOT failures & pass rate
20,084 MOT tests on the 2019 Audi Q7 are in this dataset, and 90.6% of them passed. Large SUVs of a similar age fail at 9.8%, so the 2019 Q7 sits squarely on the average. Failures cluster in tyres, suspension and lighting & signalling.
What the MOT record shows
Tyres dominates the failure mix at 5.7% of all tests — 4.2 points clear of suspension, so it is the first thing to check.
At component level the recurring items are tread depth, brake pads and coil spring — tread depth alone was recorded 567 times.
Condition tracks the odometer closely. Failures run at 7.6% in the 0-30k band and 16.4% in the 120-150k band, a 8.8-point spread — more than double.
Advisories point at the next bill rather than this one: tyres was flagged on 20.7% of tests without failing them.
The trend is worsening — 5.2% of tests failed in 2021 against 11.2% in 2025, the usual pattern as a fleet ages.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 5.7% | 1,148 |
| 2 | Suspension | 1.5% | 309 |
| 3 | Lighting & signalling | 1.3% | 262 |
| 4 | Brakes | 1.2% | 241 |
| 5 | Visibility | 1.1% | 216 |
| 6 | Emissions & environmental | 0.6% | 122 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tread depth | 567 |
| 2 | Brake pads | 232 |
| 3 | Coil spring | 221 |
| 4 | Wipers | 164 |
| 5 | Headlamp aim | 160 |
| 6 | Registration plates | 158 |
Top advisory categories
Advisories aren't failures, but they flag work likely needed soon — useful when budgeting.
| # | Category | % of tests with advisory | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 20.7% | 4,149 |
| 2 | Brakes | 16.2% | 3,257 |
| 3 | Other defects | 10.9% | 2,186 |
| 4 | Suspension | 4.5% | 894 |
| 5 | Visibility | 3.8% | 770 |
| 6 | Lighting & signalling | 0.9% | 176 |
Failure rate by mileage
Higher-mileage cars tend to fail more — often the most useful guide to real condition.
| Mileage band | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 0-30k | 5,487 | 7.6% |
| 30-60k | 10,797 | 9.7% |
| 60-90k | 3,290 | 10.5% |
| 90-120k | 425 | 13.4% |
| 120-150k | 61 | 16.4% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 213 | 5.2% |
| 2022 | 5,053 | 8.5% |
| 2023 | 5,016 | 8.6% |
| 2024 | 4,890 | 9.4% |
| 2025 | 4,912 | 11.2% |
What to check before buying a 2019 Q7
On a 2019 Q7, tyres is what the MOT record says goes wrong most — it appeared in 5.7% of tests. Check these areas before you commit.
- Tyres (5.7% of tests): Usually a quick, known-cost fix, but check tread, age and uneven wear (which can hint at alignment or suspension issues). Typical repair: £50–£120 per tyre.
- Suspension (1.5% of tests): Worn drop links, bushes, springs or shocks — listen for knocks over bumps and check for uneven tyre wear. Typical repair: £150–£450 per corner.
- Lighting & signalling (1.3% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
Repair costs are rough UK ballpark ranges to set expectations, not quotes — actual prices vary widely by car, parts and garage.
Frequently asked questions
How many 2019 Audi Q7s pass their MOT?
90.6% of the 20,084 2019 Audi Q7 MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 9.4% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2019 Audi Q7?
Tyres, recorded in 5.7% of tests, followed by suspension (1.5%).
Does the 2019 Q7 get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 7.6% in the 0-30k band to 16.4% in the 120-150k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 20,084 MOT tests. Dataset: DVSA MOT testing data (2021,2022,2023,2024,2025). Data last updated 2026-07-27. Figures reflect MOT-testable defects only — read the methodology for how these are calculated and what they don't measure.