2014 Nissan Qashqai 1.2L Petrol · MJ14 AAN

The vehicle shows a worsening maintenance trend regarding engine integrity and electrical components. While the most recent test on 26 June 2025 at 108,447 miles resulted in a pass, the record shows a persistent oil leak that has appeared in three consecutive inspections. The tester noted the leak was not excessive in 2024 and 2025, but the 2023 failure at 93,138 miles specifically flagged an excessive oil leak from the engine. This indicates an ongoing, unresolved mechanical issue that has transitioned from a critical failure to a monitored advisory. The mileage accumulation appears consistent with a typical usage pattern for a 12-year-old vehicle. The car has covered approximately 15,309 miles between the June 2023 and June 2024 tests, and roughly 7,910 miles between June 2024 and June 2025. Averaging around 9,000 miles per year, the vehicle is not being driven excessively, which suggests the mechanical wear is likely due to age and component degradation rather than high-intensity usage. A prospective buyer must prioritise a physical inspection of the engine bay to identify the source of the recurring oil leak, as this could indicate failing gaskets or seals that may require costly repairs. The 2023 failure also highlighted issues with tyre wear and a malfunctioning tyre pressure monitoring system, suggesting that while consumables are being replaced, the vehicle's electronic systems and alignment may require closer scrutiny. The 2024 failure for a missing nearside rear road wheel fixing is a significant oversight, though it appears to have been rectified for the subsequent pass. The recurring inoperative registration plate lamp noted in both 2024 and 2025 suggests a minor but persistent electrical fault. Given the history of tyre wear issues and the oil leak, a thorough check of the suspension components and the underside of the engine is necessary to ensure no further structural or mechanical deterioration is occurring beneath the surface.