2017 Infiniti Q30 1.5L Diesel · RV17 YRT

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but exhibits a maintenance trend that suggests reactive rather than proactive care. While it passed its most recent MOT on 30 July 2025 at 65,978 miles, it failed the test earlier that same day with multiple mechanical defects. This pattern indicates that the owner only addresses faults when necessitated by a test failure, evidenced by the accumulation of brake wear and suspension issues that went unaddressed between intervals. At 65,978 miles over nine years, the Infiniti Q30 has averaged approximately 7,300 miles per year, which aligns with typical UK use patterns. However, the mileage data shows a significant gap in activity between January 2024 (50,134 miles) and August 2024 (52,601 miles), followed by a rapid increase of over 13,000 miles in the year leading up to the latest test. This inconsistent usage suggests periods of standing stationary, which likely contributed to the perished rear tyres noted in the July 25 record. A buyer must personally inspect the braking and suspension systems, as these areas show recurring weaknesses. The 2025 test flagged pitted and scored front brake discs alongside thin rear pads, suggesting the entire braking assembly is nearing the end of its life. Furthermore, the anti-roll bar linkages have failed or flagged in both 2024 and 2025, indicating that the suspension components are prone to premature wear. You should check all rubber boots and bushings for tearing to ensure no further ingress of dirt is occurring. The nearside headlamp aim failure in 2025 was a simple adjustment, but the perished rear tyres require immediate attention. Given that the nearside front tyre was at the legal limit during the last pass, a full set of tyres likely requires replacement shortly after inspection. The overall history of deferred maintenance makes a thorough check of the fluid levels and underbody corrosion essential to identify hidden mechanical neglect not captured by the MOT tester.