2014 Infiniti Q50 2.1L Diesel · RX64 TMV

A chronic pattern of suspension and brake wear advisories defines the mechanical history of this 2014 Infiniti Q50. Across seven recorded tests since 2018, the vehicle has passed every examination without any failure items, but the advisory record reveals a recurring theme of component deterioration that any prospective buyer must weigh. The most recent test on 8 December 2025 recorded rear brake pads wearing thin alongside both rear tyres approaching the legal limit, continuing a trajectory established over several years. Anti-roll bar linkage play has been noted on multiple occasions, with both rear linkages flagged in 2023 and the offside rear reappearing in 2024, alongside an offside front wheel bearing with slight play. Front brake pads have worn thin at four separate tests spanning 2021, 2023, 2024, and 2025, indicating a consistent consumption pattern rather than isolated wear. Additionally, an offside rear shock absorber was noted with light oil misting in 2023, a defect that warrants close physical inspection as it can progress to a more serious hydraulic failure if left unaddressed. With 97,262 miles accumulated over approximately twelve years, this Q50 has averaged around 8,105 miles per year, a figure broadly typical for a vehicle of its age and consistent with regular mixed-use driving. There are no extended gaps in the testing record, with annual examinations recorded consistently from 2018 through 2025, suggesting the car has remained in active service throughout this period without prolonged standing time. The mileage progression between tests appears steady rather than erratic, which means wear on consumables such as tyres, brake pads, and suspension components has accumulated in line with normal usage expectations. This consistent activity is reflected in the recurring advisory items, which represent the kind of ongoing maintenance demands one would anticipate from a saloon of this age and mileage, rather than signs of accelerated deterioration or neglect. Given the established pattern of rear anti-roll bar linkage wear, a test drive should include careful attention to the vehicle's behaviour over uneven road surfaces and during direction changes. Listen for clonking or rattling noises from the rear axle, particularly when traversing speed bumps or potholes, and feel for any vagueness or looseness in cornering response that might indicate deteriorated bushes or ball joints. The offside front wheel bearing advisory from late 2024 means rotating tyres or pressing the steering should be done while the wheel is unloaded to detect any roughness, humming, or play that would confirm progression of the fault. Brake pedal feel should be assessed for any judder under heavy application, which could indicate disc wear, and the rear calipers should be checked for any signs of binding that would cause uneven pad wear given the recurring rear brake advisories. The 2023 advisory of light oil misting on the offside rear shock absorber is particularly worthy of physical examination, as visible seepage on the shock body often signals failing internal seals that will worsen over time. Inspect the shock casing directly for damp residue or staining, and during the test drive listen for any clonking from the rear suspension over undulating surfaces that might suggest the damper has lost its damping capacity. The repeated front brake pad advisories across multiple tests suggest the discs should be measured for wear, as pads approaching minimum thickness are frequently accompanied by scored or lipped rotors that can produce vibration under braking. Finally, given the tyre edge wear pattern noted on several occasions, a four-wheel alignment check is advisable, particularly if uneven shoulder wear is visible on the current tyres, as consistent edge wear can indicate alignment drift, worn suspension bushes, or tracking irregularities that compound the broader suspension component wear documented in the MOT record.