2014 Nissan Qashqai 1.2L Petrol · R8 UDK

The most recent DVSA examination on 27 August 2025 resulted in a clean pass with no advisories or defects recorded, and the previous test on 7 September 2024 was similarly passed with no items noted. This represents two consecutive straightforward passes and suggests the vehicle is presently being maintained to a roadworthy standard. Looking back further, the September 2022 pass was also free of advisories, which sits in contrast to the September 2021 test where two fractured front coil springs were identified across consecutive failures, alongside repeated rear tyre perishing advisories. The pattern suggests a one-off coil spring issue that was rectified at the time and has not recurred, with the more recent tests showing a stable and improving maintenance profile rather than any deteriorating trend. The recorded mileage of 90,091 miles over roughly twelve years equates to an average of approximately 7,500 miles per annum, which sits firmly within the typical band for a vehicle of this age and type. There are no significant gaps or unusually low-mileage years in the MOT record that would suggest prolonged periods of standing, nor any indication of rapid accumulation that might flag excessive high-mileage wear. Given that annual mileage is moderate, the vehicle has likely been used consistently but not heavily, which is a reasonable usage profile for a family crossover of this vintage. The mileage spread across tests appears broadly consistent with reasonable annual increments, supporting the view that this is a regularly but not excessively driven example. The September 2021 and 2022 MOT failures both related to fractured coil springs, one nearside front and one offside rear. These components are safety-critical suspension items, and a fractured spring can allow the affected corner to sit lower, producing an audible metallic clunk or rattle over bumps, uneven ride height, and in some cases tyre contact with the bodywork under full compression. On a test drive, listen carefully for any knocking or creaking from the front and rear suspension over uneven road surfaces, and visually check that the vehicle sits level at all four corners when unloaded. Coil spring failure on the QashQai of this era is not uncommon and is often linked to corrosion fatigue rather than a manufacturing defect, so the opposite corners should still be considered as having finite remaining life, particularly if the car has spent time driven on winter-treated roads. A physical inspection of the springs for surface corrosion and any visible cracking, ideally with the wheels removed, is advisable. The advisory history repeatedly highlights tyre perishing or cracking, particularly on the rear pair, and front brake disc wear was noted in 2023. Tyre sidewall and tread cracking is primarily an age-related rubber degradation issue rather than purely a mileage-driven wear concern, so even tyres with reasonable tread depth on a twelve-year-old car should be inspected closely for hairline fissures in the sidewall and between the tread ribs, as perished rubber compromises grip especially in wet conditions and at low temperatures. The noted front brake disc pitting and scoring, if not already addressed, would typically manifest as brake shudder or vibration through the steering wheel under firm application, and a binding caliper on the front axle could be confirmed by checking for uneven disc corrosion or hot hubs immediately after driving. Given the vehicle's age, prospective buyers should also verify the timing belt or chain service interval has been observed according to Nissan schedule, confirm recent replacement of brake fluid, automatic transmission fluid if fitted, and coolant, and check the 12V battery's state of health, as battery degradation is the most common cause of non-start issues on cars of this age regardless of recorded mileage.