2018 Nissan Qashqai 1.2L Petrol · LY67 ABK

The Nissan Qashqai’s MOT history shows a vehicle that has passed its most recent inspection cleanly, with no defects recorded at 56,939 miles in November 2025—just eight months ago. This suggests that any prior issues have been addressed, though the pattern of repeated brake and tyre advisories in 2024 indicates inconsistent maintenance. The near-consecutive failures on front brake pads in November 2024 (both sides worn to indicators) and the earlier advisory for thinning pads in April 2024 (38,656 miles) point to a trend of deferred attention to a critical wear item. Tyres were also flagged for cracking in April 2024, a sign of age-related degradation that wasn’t repeated in later tests, implying either replacement or improved storage conditions. While the current MOT is flawless, the history reveals a vehicle that required urgent intervention on brakes and tyres within the past two years—something a buyer should verify has been fully resolved. The mileage accumulation of 7,117 miles per year aligns with typical usage for an eight-year-old vehicle, though the clustering of issues between April and November 2024 suggests the car may have been driven more intensively during that period. The gap between the April 2023 pass (32,605 miles) and the April 2024 test (38,656 miles) covers 6,051 miles in a year, while the subsequent six months saw another 2,129 miles logged—hardly excessive, but enough to accelerate wear on consumables. The absence of MOT records between November 2023 and April 2024 is unusual, as vehicles over three years old must be tested annually. This could imply a late renewal or a brief period of disuse, though the November 2024 failures suggest the car was still in active service. For a buyer, the primary focus should be the front brake system, given the repeated pad failures and the advisory for thinning in 2024. Binding or uneven braking, excessive pedal travel, or a metallic grinding noise under hard braking would signal unresolved issues. The rear suspension and bushes should also be checked for wear, as no advisories appeared in the history—though this could simply mean they were overlooked in prior tests. Structural corrosion is not mentioned, but the absence of rust-related advisories doesn’t guarantee its absence; a thorough inspection of wheel arches, sills, and underbody is essential. Finally, while tyres were flagged for cracking in 2024, their current condition remains unknown—buyers should verify tread depth and uniformity, as well as the age of any replacements. The clean November 2025 MOT is encouraging, but the past two years of advisories demand hands-on verification before purchase.