Guides › Audi
Audi A7 buying guide (Ireland, 2026)
What a used Audi A7 costs in Ireland, how it does at the NCT, what goes wrong and what it costs to fix. Based on 91 for sale right now.
Used Audi A7 prices by year
Typical asking price by registration year, and typical mileage. Private sellers usually take 5–10% less than asking; expect dealers to be a little dearer.
| Year | Typical price | Typical mileage | For sale |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | €52,950 | 71k km | 6 |
| 2019 | €35,950 | 97k km | 14 |
| 2018 | €27,950 | 159k km | 7 |
| 2017 | €22,950 | 164k km | 14 |
| 2016 | €20,000 | 196k km | 15 |
| 2015 | €17,500 | 198k km | 14 |
Audi A7 NCT pass rate
How often Audi A7s pass their NCT first time, against all cars the same age (Road Safety Authority (RSA), NCT make & model data 2025, initial tests).
| Year | Pass first time | All cars that age | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 87% | 75% | |
| 2019 | 87% | 74% | |
| 2018 | 83% | 67% | |
| 2017 | 79% | 64% | |
| 2016 | 75% | 55% | |
| 2015 | 71% | 53% | |
| 2014 | 63% | 51% | |
| 2013 | 65% | 46% | |
| 2012 | 56% | 42% | |
| 2011 | 55% | 38% |
Most common reasons a 2017 Audi A7 fails: wheels & tyres (17.3% of tests, more than most cars), headlight aim (3.8% of tests), safety equipment (1.9% of tests), emissions (1.9% of tests).
Common Audi A7 problems
Known weak spots to check before you buy, with typical Irish garage costs if the problem is there.
DSG gearbox mechatronic / clutch (7-speed) · €900–€2,200
In slow traffic and reversing, watch for jerks, clunks or a slipping feeling. A flashing gear display means it's in limp mode.
Timing belt history · €350–€700
Ask when the timing belt and water pump were last done (usually every 160,000 km or 5–6 years). No proof = budget for it.
Engines and how long they last
| Engine | Usually lasts | Motor tax / year | For sale |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3.0 Diesel | ~320k km | ~€750 | 26 |
| 2.0 Diesel | ~350k km | ~€270 | 11 |
| 2.0 Hybrid | ~300k km | ~€270 | 6 |
"Usually lasts" is the mileage these engines commonly reach before major work; service history matters more than the number.
Parts for the Audi A7
Enter the reg on the parts page to get the right fit.
Brake discsBrake padsClutch kitsTiming beltsBatteriesShock absorbersWheel bearingsWiper bladesBulbsGlow plugsEGR valves
Before you buy a used Audi A7
Run a history check on the reg (write-off, finance owing, mileage), ask when the timing belt was done and for receipts, and start it from cold yourself. The used car checklist takes you through a viewing step by step.