2016 Infiniti Q50 2.1L Diesel · RX16 TPF

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history reveals a pattern of reactive rather than proactive care. While it passed the latest test on 10 June 2026 at 119,399 miles, this followed a failure just five days prior. The trend shows a recurring failure to address safety-critical items, only resolving them when forced by the MOT tester. The repeated presence of thin front brake pads and inoperative registration lights across multiple years suggests that the owner consistently ignores routine consumable requirements until they reach the point of legal failure. The mileage profile is consistent with a ten-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 12,000 miles per year. There was a significant gap of 12,614 miles recorded between April 2024 and May 2025, followed by another 10,304 miles between May 2025 and June 2026. This steady accumulation indicates regular road use, which explains the wear observed on braking components and tyres. However, the high frequency of failures in short intervals indicates that the vehicle is likely being neglected between annual testing periods. A buyer must conduct a thorough inspection of the braking system and structural integrity. The record flags thin brake pads and worn discs repeatedly across the last three years, specifically noting a weakened offside rear brake disc in June 2025. Furthermore, the 2024 test identified corrosion on the front sub-frame. Although noted as not seriously weakened at that time, rust on structural load members must be monitored closely to ensure it has not progressed into a structural failure. The engine management system requires scrutiny due to the Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) failing in both June 2025 and June 2026. Since the car passed after the MIL failure, the buyer should verify a diagnostic scan was performed to ensure no fault codes were simply cleared or remain intermittent. The recent June 2026 failure for a nearside tyre with exposed cords also highlights that basic safety checks are frequently overlooked, necessitating an immediate check of all remaining tyre tread depth and condition.