2018 Infiniti Q30 2.1L Diesel · RE67 XFC

Based on the official DVSA MOT records, this 2018 INFINITI Q30 presents a mixed maintenance picture with a stable but ageing mechanical profile. The most recent test on 27 January 2025 at 144,172 miles resulted in a pass, though the tester flagged a light oil misting on the nearside rear shock absorber. This is a minor advisory rather than a failure, but it signals the onset of seal degradation that warrants monitoring. The overall trend is neither sharply worsening nor clearly improving. The vehicle has consistently passed its annual tests, yet the advisories reveal a pattern of gradual component fatigue rather than proactive preventative replacement. The recorded mileage of 144,172 miles over approximately eight years equates to roughly 18,022 miles per year, which is notably high for a vehicle of this age. The annual mileage accumulation has been substantial and relatively consistent, with the odometer climbing from 65,405 miles in December 2020 to 144,172 miles by January 2025. This sustained high-mileage use places accelerated wear on consumable components, including brake pads, discs, tyres, suspension bushes, and shock absorbers. The gap between the January 2025 test and today's date of 18 June 2025 is nearly five months, during which the vehicle has presumably remained stationary or seen very limited use given the recorded mileage has not changed. A prolonged period of inactivity can itself cause issues, including flat-spotted tyres, brake surface corrosion, and stale fuel. A buyer inspecting this vehicle in person should pay close attention to the front brake assembly. In the December 2022 test at 112,883 miles, both front brake pads were wearing thin and both front discs were worn, pitted, or scored. At 144,172 miles, these components will have endured over 31,000 additional miles of use, making it highly likely that replacement is now overdue or imminent. The nearside rear shock absorber advisory from the January 2025 test also demands a physical check. A light misting of oil suggests the damper seal is beginning to fail, and a bounce test or professional inspection will confirm whether replacement is needed. Suspension bushes and anti-roll bar linkages should be examined closely, given the December 2024 advisory regarding a severely deteriorated nearside front lower anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover. Once the protective boot splits, contamination accelerates joint wear and can lead to knocking or clunking over uneven surfaces. Tyre condition has been a recurring theme across multiple tests. Advisories for worn tyres appeared in both December 2020 and December 2022, affecting both axles. This suggests previous owners allowed tread depth to approach the legal minimum rather than replacing tyres in good time. A thorough check of the current tyres, including sidewalls for perishing and tread depth across all four corners, is essential. Given the vehicle's high annual mileage and the pattern of deferred consumable upkeep evident in the record, a pre-purchase inspection by a qualified mechanic is strongly recommended before committing to this purchase.