Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2016 Infiniti Qx70?

Yes. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. A full MOT history analysis will highlight patterns that a single test result won't reveal.

What corrosion should I look for when inspecting a 2016 Infiniti Qx70?

Check brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that is expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.

How are tyres and brakes typically on a 2016 Infiniti Qx70?

Tyres and brakes are the most common advisory items on vehicles of this age. Budget for replacement if they are near the limit, and factor this into your offer price.

Is the 2016 Infiniti Qx70 reliable?

Based on MOT data from 148 vehicles, the 2016 Infiniti Qx70 has a first-time MOT pass rate of 91.6%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

What are common problems with the 2016 Infiniti Qx70?

The most frequently recorded MOT issues on the 2016 Infiniti Qx70 are: Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (34.9% of vehicles), Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (33.6% of vehicles), Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (32.9% of vehicles). These figures are based on actual MOT test records — search a specific registration on CarHunch to see its individual history.

Do I need an HPI check when buying a 2016 Infiniti Qx70?

Yes. The MOT history will not show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status. An HPI check covers these areas and should be part of any used car purchase.

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Infiniti Qx70 (2016)

148 real MOT outcomes analysed • 91.6% first-time pass rate

2016 Infiniti Qx70

CarHunch analysed 148 real MOT records for the 2016 Infiniti Qx70. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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The 2016 INFINITI QX70 is a reliably built vehicle, passing its MOT first time in 91.6% of cases—well ahead of the UK average of 80%. That said, 16.9% of these cars have recorded a dangerous defect at some point, which is worth factoring into your pre-purchase inspection checklist.

At around 50,000 miles for an eight-year-old model, these cars show typical wear patterns, and the average 0.7 failures per vehicle suggests most get through with minor fixes. The high advisory rate of 6.1 per car points to routine maintenance items rather than structural problems—typical for a luxury SUV of this age—so budget for regular servicing and have a trusted mechanic inspect suspension and undercarriage before you buy.

We have limited data for the 2016 Infiniti Qx70 — treat the figures below as indicative rather than definitive.

⚠️ Around 1 in 8 of these vehicles have had a dangerous MOT failure at some point — usually tyres or brakes, and often a one-off issue rather than a persistent problem. The group stats won't tell you which one you're looking at.

First-time pass

91.6%

UK average ~80%

Better than average

Dangerous (ever)

16.9%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

0.7

Over 7.2 tests on record

Moderate

Typical mileage

49k

Middle half: 38k–58k

For context

These stats describe 148 vehicles as a group. The specific vehicle you're looking at could be the one good example or the one outlier. Run its registration to find out.

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What tends to go wrong

Across 148 vehicles — figures show how many had each issue flagged at least once in their MOT history.

Tyre wear 34.9%

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge · Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge · Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge · …

Budget for a full set — on a vehicle this age, tyres are expected consumables. An inspection will confirm how much is left.

Other issues 21.2%

Oil leak, but not excessive · Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt · Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view · …

Brake wear 10.3%

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin · Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin · Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

Ask the seller when brakes were last serviced. If they don't know, factor in the cost.

Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2016.

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Based on MOT data from 148 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 16.9% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded - recurring advisories often signal problems years before they become failures.
Search the reg on CarHunch for the full MOT history, reliability stats and a free AI-powered analysis of that exact vehicle.
🔍 Brake pipes, sills and subframes are the key areas on a vehicle this age — structural rust is hard to spot without getting underneath. A mechanic will check all of this before you commit, and give you a concrete basis to negotiate on price. Inspection →
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type

Fuel type	Vehicles	Pass rate	Avg failures
Diesel (93%)	138	91.3%	0.72

Mileage Distribution

Most 2016 Infiniti Qx70 vehicles sit in the blue band. If the vehicle you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.

48,536

typical

38,351

low mileage

58,113

high mileage

Half of all 2016 Infiniti Qx70 vehicles fall between 38,351 and 58,113 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 38,351 miles — lower than most. Could be great, or could be a vehicle that rarely moved. Check test frequency and mileage progression in the MOT history.

✓ 38,351–58,113 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2016 Infiniti Qx70s sit.

⚠ Over 78,452 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2016 Infiniti Qx70 — Still on the Road

Almost all 2016 Infiniti Qx70s are still on the road.

Strong survival — 130 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025, 90% of the peak.

Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2019–2025.
* The 2020 dip reflects the government's COVID-19 MOT exemption, which allowed certificates to be extended by six months — fewer tests were conducted that year.

MOT History Averages

7.2

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

0.7

Avg failures per vehicle

6.1

Avg advisories per vehicle

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