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SM11 DBV

2011 Audi Q7

Black Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Oct 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

164,228 mi
Last recorded164,228 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2026
Typical for 2011 Audi Q779,433 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM11 DBV
MakeAudi
ModelQ7
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Fail 8 Apr 2026 164,228 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick both (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Nov 2025 162,029 miles

Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play both side (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Oct 2024 155,419 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both side (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Prop shaft bearing has slight play (6.1.7 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Oct 2023 147,542 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2022 139,699 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2021 128,030 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2020 123,259 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2019 111,793 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2018 99,188 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2017 83,950 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2016 71,405 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2015 60,108 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 19 Feb 2014 53,646 miles

How Reliable is the Audi Q7?

Based on 556,904 MOT tests across 56,360 vehicles.

84.0%
Pass Rate
7,889
Miles/Year
20
Year Lifespan
56,360
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 6,208
Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 2,166
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 2,137
Registration plate lamp not working 1,958
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SM11 DBV is a 2011 Audi Q7 in Black with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 2011 Audi Q7 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.8% with a typical mileage of 79,433 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Audi Q7 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 6,208 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SM11 DBV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Audi Q7 typically stays on UK roads for around 20 years. At 15 years old, this Audi Q7 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was SM11 DBV registered?

SM11 DBV is a 2011 Audi Q7, first registered on 27 April 2011.

Is SM11 DBV safe to buy?

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