2017 Infiniti Q30 1.5L Diesel · RO17 WVW

The 2017 Infiniti Q30 presents a stable roadworthiness profile following its September 2025 pass at 54,065 miles. The history reveals a clear pattern of deferred consumable replacement rather than critical mechanical failure. The tester recorded a nail puncture in the nearside rear tyre during the latest examination, continuing a cycle of tyre degradation that began in September 2023 when the offside rear unit showed cracking perishing and both rear tyres suffered impact damage. Brake service remains intermittent. Evidence includes a split inner pad mounting in September 2022 followed by thin pads flagged exactly two years later. Routine upkeep has been addressed reactively rather than proactively. The vehicle maintains compliance without accumulating primary failures or structural defects. Recorded progression shows consistent annual usage averaging approximately 6,000 miles. This figure aligns with standard private ownership expectations for a nine-year-old front-wheel drive hatchback. The odometer advanced 3,106 miles between the September 2024 and September 2025 tests. Steady driving habits confirm the absence of extended standing periods that typically accelerate rubber deterioration or fluid breakdown. Maintenance intervals appear strictly aligned with the mandatory twelve-month testing cycle. Each examination occurs within days of the previous anniversary date. The previous keeper prioritised regulatory compliance over early intervention. Minor wear items reached their statutory thresholds before replacement. A prospective purchaser must verify the current condition of the rear suspension geometry and wheel bearings before committing. Repeated impact damage recorded on both rear tyres since 2023 demands scrutiny. Stiff damper valving often masks underlying control arm bush wear after repeated pothole strikes. Checking for excessive play in the rear subframe mounts requires physical manipulation. The brake assembly also warrants direct measurement. The split pad incident and subsequent thinning suggest potential uneven wear across the disc surfaces or sticking guide pins. Fresh fluid levels require confirmation. Verifying that the most recent tyre repair holds pressure under load will establish whether the reactive maintenance approach continues.