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Audi Q7 (2022)

500 real MOT outcomes analysed • 95.8% first-time pass rate

2022 Audi Q7

CarHunch analysed 500 real MOT records for the 2022 Audi Q7. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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The 2022 Audi Q7 is exceptionally reliable, with a 95.8% first-time pass rate that substantially outpaces the UK average of 80%—and dangerous defects are rare at just 2.4% of vehicles. This is a premium SUV that's living up to its reputation so far.

At nearly 28,000 miles median, these cars are still young and lightly used, which naturally helps their MOT performance. The average vehicle has barely one failure and less than one advisory per test, suggesting owners can expect straightforward ownership with minimal surprise repair bills—but do budget for the routine maintenance that premium German engineering requires.

The 2022 Audi Q7 passes its MOT first time more often than most UK vehicles (95.8% vs ~80% average) — and when it does fail, it's usually something minor and cheap to fix.

First-time pass
95.8%
UK average ~80%
Better than average
Dangerous (ever)
2.4%
At least once in MOT history
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Avg failures / car
0.09
Over 1.1 tests on record
Low
Typical mileage
27k
Middle half: 20k–36k
For context
✅ Good baseline reliability. A 95.8% first-time pass rate puts this well above the UK average — it's a well-sorted vehicle in this age bracket.

These stats describe 500 vehicles as a group. The specific vehicle you're looking at could be the one good example or the one outlier. Run its registration to find out.

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What tends to go wrong

Across 500 vehicles — figures show how many had each issue flagged at least once in their MOT history.

Tyre wear 16.6%
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge · Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge · Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge · …
Budget for a full set — on a vehicle this age, tyres are expected consumables. An inspection will confirm how much is left.
Brake wear 9.1%
Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin · Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened · Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin · …
Ask the seller when brakes were last serviced. If they don't know, factor in the cost.
Other issues 9%
Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt · Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt · Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view · …

Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2022.

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Before you buy a 2022 Audi Q7

Based on MOT data from 500 vehicles — here's what to check.

  • 📋 Check the full MOT history. 2.4% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded - recurring advisories often signal problems years before they become failures.
    Search the reg on CarHunch for the full MOT history, reliability stats and a free AI-powered analysis of that exact vehicle.
  • 🔍 Brake pipes, sills and subframes are the key areas on a vehicle this age — structural rust is hard to spot without getting underneath. A mechanic will check all of this before you commit, and give you a concrete basis to negotiate on price. Inspection ClickMechanic →
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type

Fuel type Vehicles Pass rate Avg failures
Petrol (99%) 494 95.8% 0.09

Colour Breakdown

Based on 53,156 Audi Q7 vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

Black 34.5%
18,326
Grey 28.1%
14,915
White 15.4%
8,209
Blue 13.3%
7,046
Silver 7.5%
3,977
Red 0.5%
288
Brown 0.3%
151
Beige 0.2%
112
Green 0.1%
71
Purple 0.1%
34
Gold 0%
19
Orange 0%
8

Mileage Distribution

Most 2022 Audi Q7 vehicles sit in the blue band. If the vehicle you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.

27,470
typical
20,241
low mileage
35,541
high mileage

Half of all 2022 Audi Q7 vehicles fall between 20,241 and 35,541 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?
✓ Under 20,241 miles — lower than most. Could be great, or could be a vehicle that rarely moved. Check test frequency and mileage progression in the MOT history.
✓ 20,241–35,541 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2022 Audi Q7s sit.
⚠ Over 47,980 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

MOT History Averages

1.1
Avg MOT tests per vehicle
0.09
Avg failures per vehicle
0.8
Avg advisories per vehicle
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