2009 Infiniti G37S 3.7L Petrol · AX58 VLV

The most recent MOT, conducted on 26 January 2022 at 110,751 miles, recorded zero defects. However, this clean certificate is now over four years old and the vehicle has not been presented for a test since. Based on the available history, the maintenance trend appears stable but is impossible to confirm for the current condition. The record shows a clear pattern of neglecting tyre wear, with the vehicle repeatedly failing or receiving advisories for worn treads and exposed cords. A buyer should treat this as a vehicle that has likely stood idle or been driven very little since early 2022, rather than one with a proven recent service record. The mileage accumulation tells a story of very light use followed by a likely period of dormancy. Between the July 2019 test at 97,248 miles and the January 2021 test at 106,727 miles, the vehicle covered approximately 9,479 miles in eighteen months. The mileage then plateaued almost entirely, moving just 4,024 miles between January 2021 and January 2022, where it froze at 110,751. This suggests the vehicle may have been garaged or unused for extended periods. Long-term standing can lead to perished rubber brake hoses, seized brake calipers, flat-spotted tyres, and moisture ingress in the exhaust system or power steering reservoir, none of which are visible on paper. The recurring tyre faults are the most significant mechanical indicator in this history. In July 2019, the tester noted exposed ply on the nearside rear tyre and illegal tread on multiple wheels. By January 2022, all four tyres failed with tread below the 1.6mm minimum. This pattern suggests the previous owner ran the tyres to the absolute legal limit without proactive replacement, a habit that often correlates with deferred maintenance on other consumables. A buyer should carefully inspect the sidewalls for age-related cracking, as tyres from 2019 or 2020 are now well beyond their recommended six-to-ten-year service life regardless of remaining tread. Beyond the tyres, the 2019 failure flagged missing rear fog lamps, missing side repeaters, and incorrectly coloured rear indicators, pointing to possible accident damage or bodged repairs that were later rectified. A thorough underbody inspection is essential. Check for corrosion on the subframes, sills, and suspension mounting points, particularly if the vehicle has been stored on damp ground. The G37S uses a multi-link front suspension where lower arm bushes and anti-roll bar links wear commonly. Listen for clunks over speed bumps and inspect the exhaust for fresh surface rust that could indicate a recently cold-started engine. The absence of any recent MOT means a full pre-purchase inspection by a qualified mechanic is strongly recommended before committing to the purchase.