2017 Nissan Qashqai 1.5L Diesel · KR17 AEF

The 2017 Nissan Qashqai’s most recent MOT on 2025-11-28 at 66,502 miles showed a PASS with no defects, indicating a stable roadworthiness status. However, the vehicle failed two consecutive tests in November 2025 (66,339 miles) and November 2024 (61,183 miles), both without recorded defects. These failures suggest potential issues that were resolved between tests, as the subsequent MOTs passed. The lack of defect details limits definitive analysis, but the pattern implies intermittent technical challenges that may have been addressed through maintenance. The mileage progression aligns with typical usage for the vehicle’s age, accumulating approximately 5,000 miles annually between tests. The 2023-11-06 MOT at 56,375 miles marked the earliest recorded test, with no defects noted. Subsequent tests in 2024 and 2025 show consistent mileage increments, suggesting regular use without significant gaps or rapid wear. The absence of recurring mechanical failures in the record indicates the vehicle has likely been maintained to a standard meeting legal requirements, though the failures without defect codes raise questions about the testing process or unresolved minor issues. A buyer should inspect the suspension components, particularly bushes and coil springs, for wear given the model’s known susceptibility to these issues. Brake systems, including calipers and discs, warrant scrutiny, as binding or uneven wear could affect performance. Structural corrosion, especially in body seams and underbody panels, should be checked, as it often develops in older vehicles with moderate mileage. The absence of recorded defects does not eliminate these risks, and a physical inspection is essential to confirm the vehicle’s condition beyond the MOT data.