2012 Nissan 370 Z 3.7L Petrol · YB61 YRG

The vehicle presents a concerning roadworthiness profile, showing a clear trend of worsening mechanical degradation and structural corrosion. While it passed its latest test in March 2026 at 70,393 miles, the tester identified multiple developing faults that were absent in previous years, including power steering seepage, play in the offside front suspension ball joint, and corroded offside front brake pipes. These issues follow a failure in February 2026 where multiple suspension arm bushes and steering leaks were flagged, indicating that the vehicle's components are reaching failure despite the low mileage. At 70,393 miles, the car has been driven sparingly over its fourteen years, averaging approximately 5,000 miles per year. However, the data reveals a significant surge in usage between February 2025 and March 2026, where the vehicle covered over 13,600 miles in just thirteen months. This recent period of higher activity coincides with the appearance of recurring mechanical failures, such as the binding rear brake and worn-all four brake discs. The long periods of inactivity suggested by earlier records likely contributed to the degradation of rubber components and the accumulation of surface rust. A buyer must prioritise a thorough inspection of the underbody, specifically the rear lower subframe W-brace which was noted as heavily corroded in both 2025 and 2026. While not yet deemed structurally weakened, the progression of this corrosion is a long-term risk. The power steering system also requires close attention as seepage has been a persistent issue since at least 2022. Given the history of worn suspension arm bushes and binding calipers, the entire front suspension and braking assembly should be checked for comprehensive wear to ensure the recent repairs were thorough rather than temporary fixes.