Infiniti Common MOT Problems (2026)
Every Infiniti model ranked by MOT fail rate, with the most common issues identified for each. Based on 18,284 real MOT tests.
Average Infiniti MOT pass rate: 87%
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87%
Avg pass rate
13%
Avg fail rate
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Models tested
Infiniti Models with the Most MOT Problems
Highest average fail rates across all tested years
| # | Model | Fail Rate | Common Issues | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Infiniti Ex | 20% | DPF/emissions, Injector wear, Turbo issues | |
| 2 | Infiniti Q50 | 15% | DPF/emissions, Injector wear, Turbo issues | |
| 3 | Infiniti G | 15% | Suspension wear, Brake disc corrosion, Structural corrosion | |
| 4 | Infiniti Q70 | 14% | DPF/emissions, Injector wear, Turbo issues | |
| 5 | Infiniti M | 13% | Suspension wear, Brake disc corrosion, Structural corrosion |
Most Reliable Infiniti Models
Lowest average fail rates; the Infiniti models least likely to have MOT problems
| # | Model | Pass Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Infiniti Q30 | 90% | |
| 2 | Infiniti Qx70 | 90% | |
| 3 | Infiniti Q60 | 90% | |
| 4 | Infiniti Qx30 | 89% | |
| 5 | Infiniti Fx30d Auto | 88% |
All Infiniti Models by Fail Rate
Every Infiniti model and year combination, sorted by fail rate (highest first)
| Model | Year | Pass Rate | Fail Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ex | 2010 | 78% | 22% | |
| Ex | 2011 | 79% | 21% | |
| M | 2012 | 78% | 20% | |
| Ex | 2012 | 82% | 18% | |
| Q50 | 2014 | 82% | 17% | |
| M35h Auto | 2012 | 81% | 17% | |
| G | 2011 | 83% | 17% | |
| Q50 | 2015 | 83% | 16% | |
| Q70 | 2015 | 82% | 16% | |
| Q50 | 2016 | 85% | 15% | |
| Qx30 | 2016 | 85% | 15% | |
| Q70 | 2017 | 86% | 14% | |
| Q50 | 2018 | 87% | 13% | |
| Qx70 | 2014 | 87% | 13% | |
| Fx | 2012 | 87% | 13% | |
| M | 2013 | 87% | 13% | |
| Q30 | 2017 | 87% | 12% | |
| Q30 | 2016 | 88% | 12% | |
| Q50 | 2017 | 88% | 12% | |
| Fx | 2013 | 86% | 12% | |
| Q70 | 2016 | 88% | 12% | |
| G | 2010 | 88% | 12% | |
| Fx | 2011 | 87% | 11% | |
| Fx30d Auto | 2013 | 89% | 11% | |
| Qx30 | 2019 | 89% | 11% | |
| Fx | 2010 | 88% | 11% | |
| M | 2011 | 89% | 11% | |
| Qx50 | 2016 | 89% | 11% | |
| Qx50 | 2015 | 89% | 11% | |
| Qx70 | 2015 | 89% | 10% | |
| Qx30 | 2017 | 90% | 10% | |
| Fx30d Auto | 2012 | 87% | 10% | |
| Q60 | 2017 | 90% | 10% | |
| Q60 | 2018 | 90% | 10% | |
| Q30 | 2019 | 91% | 9% | |
| M35h Auto | 2013 | 87% | 9% | |
| Qx30 | 2018 | 92% | 8% | |
| M | 2014 | 92% | 8% | |
| Q30 | 2018 | 93% | 6% | |
| Qx70 | 2016 | 94% | 6% |
Infiniti MOT FAQ
What are the most common MOT problems on Infiniti cars?
The most common MOT problems on Infiniti cars vary by model and age, but typically include lighting defects, suspension wear, brake component deterioration, and tyre condition issues. Older Infiniti diesels are more prone to exhaust and emissions failures. The Ex has the highest average fail rate at 20%.
Which Infiniti model is the most reliable?
The most reliable Infiniti model in our data is the Q30 with an average MOT pass rate of 90%. View all Infiniti models for full reliability data.
What is the average MOT pass rate for Infiniti?
The average MOT pass rate for Infiniti is 87%, based on 18,284 MOT tests across 13 models. This means about 13% of Infiniti cars fail their MOT on the first attempt.
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