2007 Nissan Qashqai 2.0L Petrol · BK57 AAN

The 2007 Nissan Qashqai’s most recent MOT, passed on January 28, 2025, at 127,783 miles, reveals a vehicle that remains roadworthy but with a history of recurring and unresolved mechanical concerns. The trend over the past five years is not stable—rather, it shows a pattern of deferred maintenance, with critical components repeatedly failing or being overlooked. The January 2022 failure alone listed six distinct faults, including a split CV boot, deteriorated anti-roll bar joint, damaged suspension bracket, and worn tyres below legal limits. Subsequent tests in 2022 and 2024 passed, yet many of these issues were not addressed, as evidenced by the 2025 test still noting a damaged central rear engine mount. This suggests the vehicle has been driven despite known structural weaknesses, raising questions about whether critical repairs were completed or merely masked for passing. The mileage progression indicates inconsistent ownership or neglect. Between January 2022 (88,437 miles) and January 2024 (110,635 miles), the car accumulated 22,198 miles in just under two years—a rate of over 11,000 miles annually, which is unusually high for a vehicle of this age. The gap between the 2022 September (95,519 miles) and January (88,437 miles) tests is also suspicious, as the failure in January 2022 was at 88,437 miles, yet the car was driven to 95,519 miles before retesting. This suggests the vehicle was likely driven despite failing the MOT, or the test date was incorrectly recorded. The most recent MOT in January 2025, just three months before its expiry, further implies the owner may have delayed testing until the last possible moment. A prospective buyer should prioritise an independent inspection of the suspension and drivetrain components, as these show the most concerning patterns. The 2022 failure highlighted a split CV boot, deteriorated anti-roll bar joint, and damaged suspension bracket—all of which could lead to progressive damage if ignored. The rear engine mount damage noted in 2025 also warrants verification, as this can affect alignment and engine stability. Brake condition is another critical area; while not failing in recent tests, the 2022 mention of thin rear pads suggests they may have been replaced, but the system should be checked for uneven wear or binding calipers. Tyres remain a recurring issue, with multiple tests flagging near-legal or edge-worn fronts—this indicates either poor rotation practices or a lack of regular tread checks. Finally, the SRS lamp reset in 2024 should prompt a diagnostic check for any underlying airbag or restraint system faults.