2012 Nissan Qashqai 1.6L Petrol · YB61 ACF

The 2012 Nissan Qashqai demonstrates a stable roadworthiness trend, culminating in a clean pass on 25 February 2026 at 97,826 miles. This latest test followed an initial refusal two days prior on 23 February 2026, though the digital record shows no specific defect codes attached to either failure. A similar pattern occurred the previous year when the vehicle failed on 28 February 2025 before passing later that same day without recorded faults. These same-day or rapid rectifications typically indicate administrative omissions, minor adjustments, or emissions re-tests rather than deep-seated mechanical failures. The vehicle has accumulated 97,826 miles over its fourteen-year lifespan, averaging roughly 7,000 miles annually. This usage rate aligns closely with typical UK driving patterns and avoids the accelerated wear seen in high-mileage fleet vehicles or the potential battery and seal degradation associated with extended periods of storage. The MOT data exhibits a remarkably sparse defect profile with zero advisory items or chronic component failures logged across the 2024, 2025, and 2026 examinations. Prospective buyers should still conduct a thorough physical inspection despite the immaculate test sheets. The absence of logged advisories means traditional wear items like suspension bushes, coil springs, brake discs, and exhaust integrity require manual scrutiny. Particular attention should be paid to the subframes and sills for corrosion, alongside checking the operation of the drivetrain and brakes during a test drive to ensure no hidden mechanical neglect has been overlooked.