2018 Infiniti Q50 2.1L Diesel · MK18 JDZ

The 2018 Infiniti Q50 holds a current, valid MOT following a pass on 19 May 2026 at 91,142 miles. The maintenance trend is broadly stable, though the recent history reveals a minor deterioration in front-end consumables. The vehicle failed on 11 May 2026 at 90,834 miles due to front brake pads worn below 1.5 mm and a nearside front tyre worn close to the legal limit. Both defects were rectified ahead of the retest eight days later, where the same nearside front tyre was flagged again as worn on the edge. This suggests the tyre wear pattern may reflect an underlying alignment or suspension geometry issue rather than simple neglect. Child seats obstructing the nearside and offside rear adult belt inspections have been a consistent feature since the May 2026 failure, limiting the record's coverage of those restraint systems. The mileage accumulation of roughly 11,393 miles per year is typical for an eight-year-old vehicle. A notable gap exists between the May 2025 test at 47,427 miles and the May 2026 test at 90,834 miles, representing an increase of approximately 43,407 miles in a single twelve-month period. This is a significant jump compared to the earlier pattern of roughly 6,000 miles per annum recorded between 2023 and 2025. Such a sharp rise in annual usage increases wear on brakes, tyres, suspension bushes, and drivetrain components, and places greater importance on verifying that servicing kept pace with the intensified workload. Prospective buyers should inspect the front suspension and steering geometry carefully. The recurring nearside front tyre wear, appearing across two consecutive May 2026 tests, points to possible misalignment, worn track rod ends, or deteriorated suspension bushes. A four-wheel alignment check is advisable. The front brake pads were replaced immediately before the May 2026 pass, so pad and disc condition should be verified for even wear and scoring. The front exhaust flexi pipe deterioration noted in May 2023 at 35,284 miles was not flagged in subsequent tests, suggesting it was repaired, but the exhaust system should still be examined for corrosion and joint integrity given the vehicle's age and mileage. The rear seat belt checks remain incomplete due to child seat obstruction, so a manual inspection of both rear adult belts is essential before purchase.