NISSAN QASHQAI2018 · 1.5L Diesel

The 2018 Nissan Qashqai presents a stable and highly favorable maintenance trend, culminating in a completely clean pass on 10 December 2025 at 82,181 miles. The tester recorded zero defects or advisories, indicating the vehicle met all structural, mechanical, and emissions standards without requiring any remedial work. This unblemished run extends back to December 2023, demonstrating consistent upkeep over the last three years. The 2022 record contains an anomaly where a failure and a pass are both logged on 5 October 2022 at exactly 61,437 miles with no defects listed for either outcome. This likely represents an aborted initial test followed by a same-day retest, rather than a genuine mechanical failure. The recorded mileage of 82,181 miles equates to an annual average of roughly 10,273 miles, which sits squarely within the typical range for an eight-year-old vehicle. Examining the chronological intervals reveals a slight deceleration in usage. Between October 2022 and December 2023, the car covered 8,491 miles. This dropped to 6,299 miles over the following twelve months, and further declined to 5,954 miles between December 2024 and December 2025. The current mileage has remained static since the December 2025 test, suggesting the vehicle is either standing idle or has changed hands recently without being driven. Despite the pristine MOT record, a physical inspection must focus on the wear items that naturally degrade on a Nissan Qashqai of this mileage, even when they do not trigger a test failure. Check the condition of the brake discs and pads for lipping and wear, as well as the operation of the rear calipers, which are prone to binding on this platform. Examine the front and rear suspension bushes and coil springs for deterioration or corrosion, particularly given the vehicle's age. Tyre condition and tread depth require scrutiny, as uneven wear can indicate alignment issues not captured by a stationary emissions and safety check. Inspect the underbody and structural mounts for surface corrosion, ensuring the lack of MOT advisories translates to genuine structural integrity rather than a cursory glance.