INFINITI QX702016 · 3.0L DIESEL

The QX70 presents a generally stable maintenance trend, passing every recorded MOT without a failure. The most recent test on 8 April 2026 at 58,091 miles passed, though the tester noted cracking or perishing on all four tyres. This is a fresh advisory cluster rather than a recurring mechanical fault, and the underlying record shows no pattern of serious structural or safety-critical defects. The vehicle has not failed an MOT in the available history, which is a positive baseline, but the current tyre condition demands immediate attention before the next journey. The mileage profile is notably low for a 2016 vehicle. Recorded at 58,091 miles after roughly ten years, the annualised average sits near 5,809 miles per year. The progression is steady rather than erratic: 34,369 miles in March 2022, 39,985 miles in March 2023, 47,108 miles in April 2024, 52,467 miles in April 2025, and 58,091 miles in April 2026. That gives a consistent year-on-year increase of roughly 5,000 to 7,500 miles, with no sudden jumps or prolonged gaps suggesting long-term storage or odometer anomalies. Low annual mileage can reduce wear on drivetrain and braking components, but it also means the vehicle may have spent extended periods stationary, which can accelerate rubber deterioration, tyre flat-spotting, and moisture-related corrosion in hidden areas. The advisory history is sparse but informative. In March 2023 at 39,985 miles, both rear outer brake pads were flagged as wearing thin, indicating the rear braking system was approaching service limits at that stage. No subsequent brake defects appear in the April 2024 or April 2025 tests, suggesting the pads were replaced and the braking system has since remained within acceptable wear parameters. The service reminder light noted in April 2024 at 47,108 miles is a routine maintenance prompt rather than a defect, and its absence in later tests implies the service was carried out. The April 2026 advisory concerning all four tyres points to age-related perishing or cracking rather than aggressive wear, consistent with a vehicle that covers modest distances and may stand for extended periods. A buyer should focus the physical inspection on areas the MOT record cannot fully reveal. Check the sidewalls and inner walls of all four tyres for deeper cracking, bulging, or uneven wear, and verify the manufacture dates to assess age. Inspect the rear brake calipers, discs, and pad thickness to confirm the earlier wear issue was properly resolved and that no binding or uneven wear has developed. Examine suspension bushes, coil springs, and dampers for deterioration, particularly given the low mileage and potential for perishing from standing. Look beneath the vehicle for corrosion on subframes, brake lines, and exhaust components, as short-trip use and idle periods can accelerate hidden rust. Finally, verify the service history against the 2024 service reminder to confirm routine oil, filter, and fluid changes have been maintained at appropriate intervals.