Uploaded December 2025 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago

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Description:
After almost two years with my Volkswagen ID.7 Pro, it was time for the first official VW service / inspection.
In this video, I go through the full service checklist, explain what Volkswagen actually checks on an electric car, and—most importantly—what it really costs.

I show you the official service invoice, talk about brake fluid service, cabin air filter replacement, software updates, and why the final bill ended up at €431 incl. tax.

I also compare this service to my previous VW ID.3 inspection, which was significantly cheaper, and ask the big question:
👉 Is EV servicing really “cheap”?
🔧 What’s covered in this video:
Why VW requires the first ID. service after 2 years
Full inspection checklist (lights, brakes, suspension, HV battery, underbody, software)
Brake fluid service & interior air filter replacement
12V battery health report
Tire condition & brake wear check
Total cost breakdown (parts + labor)
Comparison to VW ID.3 service pricing
When the next service is due
Why prices vary so much between dealers

💬 Let me know in the comments: What did YOU pay for your VW ID service?

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0:00 VW ID.7 – first service after 2 years
0:27 Why EV company cars should charge at home
0:52 How long the service took
1:16 What VW checks during the ID. inspection
1:49 Exterior, lights & charging port check
2:13 Brake test drive & underbody inspection
2:35 Suspension, alignment & brake wear
2:49 Tire condition & pressure check
3:05 12V battery health report
3:15 High-voltage system & cooling fluid
3:30 Cabin air filter & pollen filter
3:48 Extra work done during the service
4:08 Full cost breakdown (€431!)
4:55 Comparison to VW ID.3 service
5:18 When the next service is due
5:47 TÜV / inspection timing explained
6:00 Why service prices vary so much
6:29 Things that annoyed me
7:05 Final thoughts & viewer question
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