2014 Nissan Qashqai 1.5L Diesel · AE14 PBY

A clean and unblemished DVSA test record defines this 2014 Nissan Qashqai, with five consecutive pass certificates spanning from March 2023 through to December 2025. The most recent outcome on 15 December 2025 was a pass with no defects recorded, and the only minor irregularity is that a fail entry appears on the same date without any defects listed, which is typically an administrative event such as a retest submitted against the same inspection rather than a genuine mechanical failure. Across the entire visible history no advisories have been issued, meaning that suspension components, braking systems, exhaust integrity, steering mechanisms, tyres, and structural corrosion points have all remained within prescribed tolerances at each annual test. For a twelve-year-old crossover carrying well over 100,000 miles, this absence of flagged deterioration is a notably positive indicator of roadworthiness. Annual mileage accumulation has averaged roughly 8,776 miles per year, which sits comfortably within the expected range for a vehicle of this age and class. The gap between the March 2023 test and the December 2023 test implies a relatively short interval of approximately nine months, likely tied to a change in test anniversary rather than irregular driving patterns. The subsequent intervals show steady annual accumulation of around 12,000 to 14,000 miles per year, consistent with regular commuter or family use. There are no extended standing periods evident and no abrupt mileage jumps that would suggest clock discrepancies or unusual usage phases, which collectively supports a credible and continuous service history. Although the MOT record reveals no specific component defects, prospective buyers should focus their physical inspection on the areas most likely to wear on a Qashqai of this age and mileage. The front suspension wishbones, anti-roll bar bushes, and drop links are known wear items on the Qash+Q platform, so listen for clonking or knocking noises from the front end over speed humps and uneven road surfaces, and check for uneven tyre wear that could indicate worn bushings or perished top mounts. The rear torsion beam suspension should also be examined for play in the trailing arm bushes, which can degrade silently and produce a vague, unsettled ride quality. On the test drive, pay close attention to brake pedal feel, as binding calipers and worn front discs are common at this mileage band, producing symptoms such as pulling to one side under light braking or a hot wheel after short journeys. Given the Qashqai's turbocharged diesel and petrol engine options, the test drive should include a thorough check for any signs of oil leakage from the cam chain area on petrol models or from the turbo and oil cooler pipes on diesel variants, both of which can develop seeps that would not yet be flagged at MOT level. The CVT or manual gearbox should be evaluated for smooth engagement and any hesitation or judder during low-speed manoeuvres, while the electric power steering should be observed for any whining or inconsistent assistance, particularly when turning from lock to lock. Finally, inspect the underside and wheelbarings for any surface corrosion or exhaust bracket deterioration that, although not severe enough to fail an MOT, could develop into advisories in the near term and is worth negotiating into any purchase price.