2017 Infiniti Q30 1.5L Diesel · RV17 YRZ

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance history shows a worsening trend regarding front-end suspension. While the most recent test in January 2026 at 80,249 miles passed, the tester identified play in the nearside front suspension arm ball joint and severe deterioration of the dust cover on the front anti-roll bar linkage. This represents a progression from the February 2025 test at 70,843 miles, where only slight play in the lower suspension arm ball joint was noted as an advisory. The mileage pattern is remarkably consistent for a nine-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 9,000 miles per year. The record shows steady accumulation with roughly 9,000 to 10,000 miles driven between each annual test, dating from the 2022 test at 41,259 miles to the 2026 test at 80,249 miles. This regular use suggests the car has not been subject to long periods of standing, which typically explains the gradual wear on rubber-bound suspension components and braking hardware. A buyer should prioritize a thorough physical inspection of the front suspension assembly. The recurring faults on ball joints and anti-roll bar links indicate that these components are reaching the end of their service life and likely require imminent replacement to prevent failure or handling instability. Additionally, the 2024 advisory for thin rear brake pads at 61,956 miles suggests that the current pad thickness should be measured to ensure they have been replaced in the 18,000 miles driven since that specific warning was raised.