2016 Infiniti Q50 2.1L Diesel · RA65 OXE

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, having passed its most recent MOT on 27 August 2025 at 109,967 miles, but the test flagged nearside front tyre wear close to the legal limit and edge wear — a recurring issue that suggests ongoing alignment or suspension problems have not been resolved. The maintenance trend is worsening, as tyre wear advisories appeared in both 2023 and 2025, indicating the same component has been allowed to deteriorate over two consecutive tests without corrective action. The recorded mileage of 109,967 miles over ten years equates to an average of approximately 11,000 miles annually, which is typical for a vehicle of this age. However, there is a notable gap between the January 2022 and August 2023 tests — a 19-month interval — during which the car accumulated 12,169 miles, suggesting either extended non-use followed by heavy driving or inconsistent servicing. The jump from 66,319 miles in January 2022 to 78,488 miles in August 2023 is unusually rapid for a 12-month period, raising questions about whether the vehicle was driven extensively during that time or if mileage was misrepresented. A buyer must inspect the front suspension system thoroughly, particularly the tracking, camber, and bushes, as the repeated tyre edge wear points to misalignment or worn components such as control arm bushes, track rods, or ball joints. The front brake calipers should be checked for binding, as uneven tyre wear can also stem from dragging brakes. The tyres themselves are nearing the end of their service life and will require immediate replacement, regardless of tread depth, given the edge wear pattern. The 2021 MOT noted obscured testable items due to engine covers and under trays — this should prompt a physical inspection of the chassis, subframes, and exhaust system for corrosion, especially around the rear suspension mounts and fuel lines, where hidden rust commonly develops on this model. The absence of any structural or safety defects in the 2024 test is encouraging, but the persistence of the same tyre issue across two tests reveals a pattern of deferred maintenance. This is not a sign of neglect across the board, but it does indicate a specific mechanical fault has been tolerated rather than repaired. A pre-purchase inspection focusing on front-end geometry and brake function is essential.