2017 Nissan Qashqai 1.5L Diesel · DW57 ACE

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history reveals a trend of reactive rather than preventative care. The most recent MOT test in August 2025 at 49,302 miles resulted in a failure due to a compromised nearside front anti-roll bar linkage. While the vehicle passed on the immediate re-test, the tester still flagged multiple advisories regarding wheel distortion, brake corrosion, and tyre condition. This suggests the owner only addresses mechanical faults when they threaten an MOT pass rather than monitoring wear as it occurs. At approximately nine years old, the recorded mileage of 49,302 miles represents an average usage of roughly 5,500 miles per year. This low-mile profile typically benefits the drivetrain, but it can lead to accelerated degradation of rubber-based components. Between September 2022 (27,613 miles) and August 2023 (34,694 miles), the car covered over 7,000 miles, but the rate of use increased slightly to over 8,000 miles in the following year leading to the 2024 test. The consistent low mileage explains the presence of perished rear tyres and pitted brake discs, which often occur when vehicles remain stationary for long periods between journeys. A buyer must conduct a close physical inspection of the suspension and braking system. The record shows a recurring issue with thinning brake pads and scored discs spanning from 2023 to 2025, indicating the front braking assembly requires attention. The distorted nearside front road wheel noted in 2025 should be checked for structural cracks or lateral balance issues. Given the advisories for sidewall damage and perishing rear tyres, the full set of rubber should be evaluated for age-related dry failure regardless of the remaining tread depth.