AUDI Q7 SLN BLK ED 45TDI MHEV QTO A (2021)
Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 446 real MOT tests in 2024.
MOT Pass Rate
92%
Total Tests (2024)
446
Avg Mileage
33,139 mi
Est. Annual Cost
£1,690
Is the 2021 AUDI Q7 SLN BLK ED 45TDI MHEV QTO A reliable?
Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. That's 10 points above the national average of 82%.
At 3 years old, 92% of AUDI Q7 SLN BLK ED 45TDI MHEV QTO As from 2021 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 446 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 33,139 miles.
How does the 2021 AUDI Q7 SLN BLK ED 45TDI MHEV QTO A compare?
Mileage Analysis
The average 2021 AUDI Q7 SLN BLK ED 45TDI MHEV QTO A has 33,139 miles on the clock, which is above the expected 22,200 miles for a 3-year-old car. Higher-mileage cars often have more motorway miles, which is generally less harmful than stop-start urban driving.
Best year to buy a AUDI Q7 SLN BLK ED 45TDI MHEV QTO A?
The most reliable year is the 2019 model with a 95% MOT pass rate, while the 2020 model has the lowest at 89%. The 2021 sits between the two at 92%.
How much does a 2021 AUDI Q7 SLN BLK ED 45TDI MHEV QTO A cost to run?
Based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), current fuel prices, and repair likelihood from MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.
AUDI Q7 SLN BLK ED 45TDI MHEV QTO A by Year
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About the 2021 AUDI Q7 SLN BLK ED 45TDI MHEV QTO A
The 2021 AUDI Q7 SLN BLK ED 45TDI MHEV QTO A is a premium performance with a 2967cc diesel engine. 446 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a less common model in the UK market. Among all cars from 2021, the average MOT pass rate is 92%, and this model falls short of that benchmark.
With an average of 33,139 miles at 3 years old, AUDI Q7 SLN BLK ED 45TDI MHEV QTO A owners cover more miles than the average driver.
2021 AUDI Q7 SLN BLK ED 45TDI MHEV QTO A Fuel Costs
The 2967cc diesel engine is on the larger side, so fuel won't be this car's strong point. Expect around 40 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £1,245 per year at current diesel prices of 148p per litre (based on 7,400 miles per year).
What does it cost to own a 2021 AUDI Q7 SLN BLK ED 45TDI MHEV QTO A?
Total estimated annual running cost is £1,690 (£141/month), broken down as £1245 fuel, £190 road tax, £55 MOT, and £200 predicted repairs. The low repair estimate reflects the excellent 92% pass rate. These cars rarely fail their MOT, so unexpected bills are less likely.
AUDI Q7 SLN BLK ED 45TDI MHEV QTO A Reliability Trend
Older AUDI Q7 SLN BLK ED 45TDI MHEV QTO As tend to have better MOT pass rates than newer ones, with an average decline of 5 percentage points across model years.
Buying a Used 2021 AUDI Q7 SLN BLK ED 45TDI MHEV QTO A
At 3 years old, this is still relatively fresh. You may find examples with remaining manufacturer warranty. Depreciation is slowing but hasn't bottomed out yet. If you're flexible on year, the 2019 model has the highest pass rate at 95%.
Alternatives to the 2021 AUDI Q7 SLN BLK ED 45TDI MHEV QTO A
If reliability is your priority, there's one similar car with a higher MOT pass rate. Here are comparable diesel cars with similar engines:
- MERCEDES E (2019) 90% pass rate (-2%) from 41,000 tests
- FORD RANGER (2019) 87% pass rate (-5%) from 32,194 tests
- AUDI Q5 (2019) 93% pass rate (+1%) from 24,241 tests
- AUDI A5 (2019) 90% pass rate (-2%) from 22,290 tests