2018 Infiniti Q50 2.1L Diesel · GF18 RNN

The vehicle currently holds a clean pass from the September 2025 test at 49,092 miles, confirming immediate roadworthiness just nine months prior to the current valuation date. The maintenance record demonstrates a resolving trend following a period of deferred upkeep in early 2024. The May 2024 failure exposed severely worn rear brake pads, scored rear discs, and compromised nearside tyres alongside a non-functional horn. The owner rectified these defects within a single day, securing a pass on 10 May 2024. Since that intervention, the September 2025 inspection returned a defect-free result, indicating the previous keeper has addressed the acute consumable failures. The persistent differential oil leak advisory, however, remains unresolved across multiple tests. The odometer progression aligns with typical annual usage for an eight-year-old saloon. The vehicle accumulated roughly 5,000 miles between the May 2022 and April 2023 tests, followed by a similar increase to reach 46,912 miles by May 2024. The most recent interval shows a modest gain of just over 2,000 miles to the current 49,092 reading. This deceleration in mileage accumulation suggests the car has transitioned to secondary use or spent extended periods stationary. The consistent annual testing cycle confirms regular DVSA compliance, though the mileage jumps coincide directly with the period of neglected brake and tyre maintenance. A prospective buyer must verify the differential seal condition in person, as the rear oil leak advisory has persisted since at least May 2022. While the record classifies the seepage as non-excessive, prolonged exposure risks contaminating rear brake assemblies and accelerating rubber component degradation. The rear braking system warrants close examination despite the recent pass. The history documents repeated scoring on the rear discs and repeated pad replacements, pointing to potential caliper binding or uneven wear patterns that may resurface. The nearside tyres previously suffered multiple cuts and edge wear, suggesting alignment issues or exposure to road debris that could compromise new rubber. A thorough inspection of the rear suspension bushes, wheel bearing play, and brake fluid condition will determine whether the recent pass reflects genuine mechanical health or temporary remedial work.