2014 Nissan Qashqai 1.5L Diesel · AF64 NLL

The most recent DVSA MOT test on 19 September 2025 resulted in a pass with no defects or advisories recorded, which is a positive immediate indicator. Reviewing the broader history, the vehicle has demonstrated a generally stable maintenance trend with annual passes over the last several years. The single failure occurred on 25 September 2023 for dangerously worn rear brake pads measuring less than 1.5 mm thick, a critical safety defect which was rectified to enable a subsequent pass. Advisories for rear brake pad wear had been flagged in 2020 and 2021, suggesting a recurring pattern of rear brake consumption that any prospective buyer should monitor closely, even though no further brake-related advisories have appeared in the most recent three tests. With 109,008 miles recorded over a 12-year period, this Qashqai has covered an annual average of roughly 9,084 miles, which sits comfortably within the typical range for a vehicle of this age. The mileage progression across the MOT history appears consistent and gradual, with no evidence of extreme gaps or rapid accumulation. This steady usage pattern is mechanically favourable as it implies the vehicle has remained in regular service, reducing the risks associated with long periods of standing such as seized calipers, dried seals, or perished components. Nevertheless, the cumulative mileage means that consumable items beyond the brakes, including tyres, suspension bushes, and engine ancillaries, will have experienced considerable wear and may now be approaching or past their expected service intervals. Given the recurring rear brake pad advisories in earlier MOT tests culminating in the dangerous failure in 2023, a prospective buyer should undertake a thorough inspection of the entire braking system. On a test drive, listen for any scraping, grinding, or squealing from the rear axle which would indicate pad or disc wear, and pay attention to any pulsation through the brake pedal or juddering under heavy braking that could suggest warped rear brake discs. Inspect the rear calipers for signs of binding or seized pistons, as these are common on Qashqais of this age and mileage and can accelerate uneven pad wear. Check the rear brake discs for lipping and corrosion around the edge, and verify that the electronic parking brake is releasing cleanly without any warning lights remaining on the dashboard. Beyond the documented brake concerns, a twelve-year-old vehicle with nearly 110,000 miles warrants careful attention to age-related items that may not appear on an MOT test. Inspect all four tyres closely for sidewall perishing and cracking, which is common on older rubbery regardless of remaining tread depth, and confirm that the production date code on each sidewall is within a sensible service life. Examine the exhaust system for corrosion or blowing joints, particularly around the mounting brackets and rear silencer, as salt exposure over twelve winters typically degrades these components. Check the 12 volt battery for its date stamp and test its resting voltage if possible, as original equipment units frequently fail around this age. Finally, verify the service book history to ensure timing chain, cambelt if applicable, coolant, brake fluid, and automatic or manual transmission fluid have been changed at the manufacturer-recommended intervals, as time-based fluid degradation can cause internal corrosion and component wear independently of the recorded mileage.