2017 Infiniti Q30 2.1L Diesel · RJ17 VLA

The 2017 Infiniti Q30 holds a valid MOT certificate issued on 12 May 2026 at 74,335 miles, following a failure the previous day. The maintenance trend is broadly stable but punctuated by recurring minor defects rather than a pattern of serious mechanical neglect. The most recent failure on 11 May 2026 flagged a structural tyre defect on the nearside rear, a cut exposing cords on the offside rear, and a deteriorated anti-roll bar linkage dust cover on the offside front. These were rectified within 24 hours, suggesting prompt attention rather than prolonged fault tolerance. However, the same rear brake disc corrosion and nearside front wheel distortion advisories carried over into the pass, indicating cosmetic or early-stage wear that has not yet reached a critical threshold. The vehicle has covered 74,335 miles over nine years, averaging roughly 8,259 miles per year, which is typical for its age. The mileage progression shows a notable jump from 50,805 miles in October 2023 to 54,643 miles by May 2024, then a steeper climb to 69,637 miles by May 2025, suggesting increased use in the last two years. The gap between October 2023 and May 2024 is modest, but the subsequent 15,000-mile increase in twelve months points to heavier recent driving. No long-term standing periods are evident, and the record is complete with no missing annual tests. A buyer should focus on the rear braking system and front suspension components during any in-person inspection. The rear brake discs have been flagged for corrosion and pitting in both the 2025 and 2026 tests, which on a vehicle of this age could indicate moisture ingress or prolonged standing earlier in its life, though the discs have not yet been rejected as seriously weakened. The nearside front outer road wheel remains slightly distorted, a condition that can cause vibration at speed and accelerate tyre wear. The anti-roll bar linkage dust cover failure on the offside front, even though repaired, warrants checking for play in the joint itself, as ingress of dirt often leads to premature wear. The recurring tyre defects across multiple axles in the 2026 failure suggest the previous owner may have deferred basic tyre inspections, so a thorough check of all four tyres for uneven wear, sidewall damage, and age-related cracking is advisable. The windscreen damage near the top of the nearside is noted as not affecting the driver's view, but its progression should be monitored to ensure it does not spread into the swept area before the next test.