2015 Nissan Qashqai 1.5L Diesel · AF15 OHV

A clean and consistent MOT record defines this 2015 Nissan Qashqai, with no advisories or failures logged across any of the recorded tests. The most recent outcome on 30 March 2026 was a pass with no defects, alongside a same-day failure entry that also recorded no defects, suggesting an immediate retest that cleared without issue. Annual tests from 2023 through 2025 likewise returned clean passes, indicating stable roadworthiness and no chronic component deterioration flagged by the DVSA over the observed period. For an eleven-year-old crossover with approaching 130,000 miles, this absence of recorded advisories is notable and points to either well-executed maintenance or simply that wear items have not yet crossed the MOT reporting threshold. Mileage accumulation sits close to the expected average for the vehicle's age, with 128,934 miles accumulated over roughly eleven years, equating to approximately 11,721 miles per year. The testing history shows no significant gaps in annual MOT coverage, meaning the vehicle has been in continuous use on the road and has not suffered extended periods of standing that could promote corrosion, brake seizure, or battery degradation. At this annual rate, consumables such as brake pads, discs, tyres, and drive belts will have been replaced multiple times, and the higher mileage does mean closer attention should be paid to mid-life mechanical items including the clutch, dual-mass flywheel if manual, and turbocharger condition if the diesel variant is fitted. Because the MOT history carries no advisories, there are no specific flagged components to single out, but the mileage level warrants a targeted inspection of the suspension and braking systems during a physical viewing. On the test drive, listen for clonks or knocks from the front suspension over uneven surfaces, which on a Qashqai of this age and mileage typically points to worn front lower control arm bushes or anti-roll bar drop links. Check for pulling under braking or a soft, spongy pedal, both of which could indicate corroded brake pipes or seized caliper sliders given the mileage and the model's known susceptibility to rear caliper binding. Steering should feel precise without excess play or vibration through the wheel, as tired front wheel bearings and tie rod ends are common at this stage. The drivetrain also merits close attention given the accumulated mileage. On test drive, observe the transmission for smooth, clean gear changes with no crunching or excessive notchiness, particularly on a manual where the Qashqai can suffer from a worn clutch slave cylinder that causes difficulty selecting first or reverse. If fitted with the 1.5 or 1.6 dCi engine, check for excessive smoke on start-up or under hard acceleration, listen for timing chain rattle on cold start, and verify there are no obvious oil leaks from the rocker cover or turbocharger pipework. A thorough underbody inspection is advisable to confirm the absence of structural corrosion to the subframe and rear axle mounting points, which can develop on this model in areas subjected to winter road salt. Finally, verify the timing belt or chain replacement interval has been observed according to Nissan service schedule, as failure of this component at this mileage would be catastrophic.