2018 Infiniti Q30 2.1L Diesel · RE67 XFB

The 2018 Infiniti Q30 presents a stable and improving maintenance trend, culminating in a clean pass on 8 December 2025 at 98,328 miles with zero defects recorded. That result marks a notable shift from the preceding two tests, where tyre wear advisories appeared annually. The absence of any flagged items in the most recent inspection suggests the previous owner addressed those consumable issues promptly, and the vehicle is currently in sound mechanical and structural order. The mileage accumulation tells a clear story of sustained, high-intensity use. Between 21 December 2021 at 40,566 miles and 8 December 2025 at 98,328 miles, the car covered 57,762 miles in just under four years, averaging roughly 14,440 miles per year. That rate sits well above the typical UK annual figure of around 8,000 to 10,000 miles and indicates prolonged motorway or long-distance commuting use. The 16,218-mile jump between the December 2024 and December 2025 tests alone confirms the vehicle has been driven hard and consistently through its most recent year. High mileage at this age accelerates wear on suspension bushes, brake discs and pads, drivetrain mounts, and exhaust components, all of which deserve close physical inspection. The recurring tyre advisories in the December 2023 and December 2024 tests point to a pattern of uneven and premature wear on the front axle. Both the nearside and offside front tyres were worn close to the legal limit, with the offside additionally flagged as perished in 2023. That combination hints at possible alignment drift, worn suspension bushes, or a lack of regular tyre rotation rather than simple neglect. A buyer should have the front suspension inspected for worn track rod ends, drop links, and wishbone bushes, and request a four-wheel alignment check before committing. The clean 2025 result suggests the tyres were replaced, but the underlying cause of the uneven wear may not have been corrected. Beyond the tyre history, the high-mileage profile warrants a thorough underbody inspection for corrosion on subframes, brake lines, and suspension mounting points, along with a test drive to assess gearbox smoothness, clutch engagement, and any drivetrain vibration under load. Brake disc thickness and pad condition should be verified given the mileage, and the exhaust system checked for leaks or deterioration. The MOT record is reassuringly clean at present, but the usage intensity means consumable and structural components are operating closer to their service limits than a lower-mileage equivalent would be.