2016 Infiniti QX70 5.0L Petrol · MA16 AZP

The 2016 INFINITI QX70 presents a stable and improving maintenance trend. The most recent test on 19 June 2025 at 144,742 miles passed with zero defects, a clean sweep that contrasts sharply with the advisories recorded two years prior. This suggests a previous owner addressed the flagged items, moving the vehicle from a state of minor wear back to full compliance. Mileage accumulation tells a story of heavy, consistent use. The vehicle has covered roughly 14,474 miles per year, placing it firmly in the high-mileage bracket for its age. The record shows a notable gap between the March 2023 test at 113,001 miles and the February 2024 test at 131,839 miles, a jump of nearly 19,000 miles in under eleven months. This rapid accumulation points to sustained motorway or long-distance driving, placing significant stress on consumables and drivetrain components. The current recorded mileage of 144,742 miles has remained static since the June 2025 test, indicating the vehicle may have been sitting idle for over a year. Despite the clean recent result, the March 2023 test at 113,001 miles flagged specific mechanical wear that warrants a physical inspection. The tester noted slight free play in the steering rack bush and detected wear on the nearside front suspension arm pin or bush. These are load-bearing components on a heavy SUV. A prospective buyer should jack the front end and check for play in the steering rack bushes and lower suspension arms, looking for any deterioration that could have returned since the last test. The nearside rear tyre was also worn close to the legal limit on its edge during that same test, a classic indicator of poor wheel alignment or worn suspension geometry. Given the high mileage and the history of suspension wear, a thorough underbody inspection is essential. Check the condition of all coil springs and dampers for leaks or corrosion, and examine the exhaust system thoroughly for any rust-through, a common failure point on high-mileage vehicles of this age. The static mileage since June 2025 raises its own concerns; a vehicle sitting unused for over a year can suffer from perished rubber brake hoses, seized brake calipers, and flat-spotted tyres. Before any purchase, have a specialist perform a full mechanical inspection, paying particular attention to the structural integrity of the subframes and suspension mounting points.