2012 NISSAN QASHQAI1.5L DIESEL

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history reveals a concerning trend of structural degradation and component neglect. While the most recent test in October 2025 at 83,292 miles was a pass, it followed a significant failure just one month prior. The data shows that the owner is reacting to faults only during MOT inspections rather than performing preventative maintenance. The persistence of an oil leak across all four recorded tests indicates a long-term engine seal issue that remains unaddressed. At 14 years old, the recorded mileage of 83,292 miles represents low annual usage, approximately 6,000 miles per year. This low mileage often correlates with less wear, but here it suggests the vehicle has suffered from environmental exposure. Between September 2023 and September 2024, the car covered only 8,031 miles, yet it saw multiple failures related to suspension arms and drive boots. The rapid progression of corrosion on the suspension components suggests the vehicle is driven by age and climate-related oxidation rather than mileage-related stress. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the entire underbody. The September 2025 failure flagged both rear lower suspension arms as corroded and seriously weakened, which is a critical structural concern. Even though these were reportedly replaced, the buyer should verify that the corrosion has not spread to the chassis mounting points or the nearside rear brake pipe. Additionally, the nearside front inner CV boot was noted as severely deteriorated in late 2025 and should be checked for grease leakage which would indicate imminent drive shaft failure.