2020 Nissan Qashqai 1.3L Petrol · DF20 AEA

A clean slate of MOT results defines this 2020 Nissan Qashqai, with three consecutive passes recorded on 28 July 2023, 10 July 2024, and most recently 7 July 2025, the latter at 49,160 miles. Not a single advisory or failure has been logged across the entire testing history visible to the DVSA, indicating a vehicle that has consistently met the minimum roadworthiness standard without any components flagged for monitoring or immediate attention. For a six-year-old crossover carrying reasonable annual mileage, this unbroken pass record suggests that none of the usual wear items—brake components, suspension linkages, tyres, exhaust system, or corrosion-prone underbody areas—have yet triggered any examiner concerns. The absence of advisories is particularly reassuring on a Qashqai, as this generation is known to develop rear brake drum and caliper issues, as well as corrosion around suspension components, none of which have manifested here to date. The mileage profile is broadly consistent with typical private or light commercial use, averaging around 8,193 miles per year across its six-year life. This figure sits squarely within the expected band for a family crossover of this age, neither suggesting long periods of abandonment nor heavy motorway commuting that would accelerate wear on clutches, turbochargers, and brake consumables. With annual tests appearing at regular intervals and the odometer progressing in a believable, incremental manner between each visit, there is no indication of clocking or significant gaps in usage. The progression from a pass at 2023 through to the most recent test in 2025 demonstrates consistent activity on the road, which is mechanically beneficial as it prevents the issues commonly associated with low-mileage or stored vehicles, such as seized brake calipers, perished fuel system components, or deteriorated tyre sidewalls from prolonged static loading. From a buyer's perspective, the lack of recorded advisories means there is no specific component history to chase down, but the very components the Qashqai platform is prone to should still be inspected carefully during a physical viewing and test drive. On the move, listen for any clonks or knocks from the front suspension over speed humps and uneven surfaces, paying particular attention to the lower control arm bushes and front anti-roll bar drop links, which are known wear points on this chassis. The steering should feel precise without vagueness around the straight-ahead position, and any judder through the steering wheel under braking would warrant close inspection of the front brake discs for lipping or warping, even though no such defect has yet been recorded. Rear brake bind—another common Qashqai trait—is best detected by checking that the vehicle rolls freely on a level surface after a short drive and by listening for any dragging noise from the rear wheels. A thorough underbody inspection is strongly recommended despite the clean MOT history, as corrosion can develop between annual tests, particularly on the rear axle, subframe mounting points, and brake pipe runs along the chassis rails. Inspect the exhaust system for any signs of blueing at the joints or hangers, which would suggest either a prior exhaust blow that has been repaired or potential replacement due to corrosion. With the engine running, check for any oil misting around the cam cover and turbocharger pipework, as well as the condition of the coolant and oil on their respective dipsticks—both should be at the correct level and free from any milky or frothy appearance. Finally, confirm that all dashboard warning lamps illuminate correctly on ignition and extinguish promptly once the engine is running, as the absence of any motronic or emissions-related advisories on the MOT record should be matched by an equally clean electronic diagnostic profile on the day of inspection.