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XH05 SAM

2016 Audi Q7

Black Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Feb 2027
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

85,694 mi
Last recorded85,694 miles
Recorded on10 Feb 2026
Typical for 2016 Audi Q758,789 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXH05 SAM
MakeAudi
ModelQ7
Year2016
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 10 Feb 2026 85,694 miles

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

Pass 25 Feb 2025 72,542 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2024 62,587 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2023 49,843 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2022 38,440 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2021 30,129 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2019 21,922 miles

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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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XH05 SAM is a 2016 Audi Q7 in Black with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2016 Audi Q7 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.0% with a typical mileage of 58,789 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 XH05 SAM, 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 10 years old, this Audi Q7 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was XH05 SAM registered?

XH05 SAM is a 2016 Audi Q7, first registered on 24 March 2016.

Is XH05 SAM safe to buy?

The MOT history for XH05 SAM shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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