2010 Nissan Qashqai 1.5L Diesel · AV60 TYZ

The vehicle was presented for its most recent MOT on 4 December 2025 and passed, though a single advisory was issued for the nearside front fog lamp being damaged and not working, a minor electrical issue unrelated to roadworthiness but worth noting for prospective ownership. Looking at the trajectory across the recent test history, the pattern is broadly stable rather than actively worsening. The 2022 failure, which cited a non-functioning front position lamp and an inoperative or malfunctioning engine management indicator lamp, was remediated successfully at the subsequent pass, and the volume of advisories has tapered in more recent tests. That said, several wear-related advisories around the front suspension and steering geometry have been recurrent across multiple tests, suggesting that these components are approaching the point at which further deterioration is likely. With recorded mileage of 211,305 miles accumulated over approximately sixteen years, this Qashqai is being utilised at roughly 13,200 miles per year, which is notably above the national average and indicative of consistent, substantial use, possibly including motorway commuting or long-distance driving. There are no recorded mileage gaps suggesting extended standing periods, which is mechanically favourable in terms of avoiding seized calipers, brake disc corrosion, and stale fluid degradation. However, the high accumulated mileage carries clear implications for the lifespan of major drivetrain and chassis components, including the timing chain, clutch or automatic transmission internals, turbocharger if fitted, and suspension subframes, all of which should be considered due for attention at this odometer reading regardless of MOT outcome. The recurring advisory for track rod end ball joint play, which appeared on the nearside in 2021 and 2024 and on the offside in 2021 and 2022, is the most significant mechanical indicator in the history. This component controls steering precision and alignment, and progressive wear manifests as vague or imprecise steering, uneven or feathered front tyre wear particularly on the inner or outer edges, and knocking or clunking noises from the front end when traversing speed bumps or potholes. The 2021 advisory concerning the nearside front lower suspension arm pin or bush, referenced again in 2020, points to wear in the rear bush of the front lower control arm. Buyers should listen for clonking or thumping from the front suspension over uneven surfaces, check for uneven front tyre wear patterns on a test drive, and consider budgeting for replacement track rod ends and front suspension bushes imminently, as the play recorded in earlier advisories will have continued to develop over the intervening years. The front tyre wear advisories from 2021 and 2022, both shoulders worn close to the legal limit, are consistent with the steering component wear noted above and reinforce the need to inspect current tyres for similar uneven wear characteristics. Beyond the recorded advisories, a prospective buyer should conduct a thorough physical inspection appropriate to this mileage and age. The coolant system should be checked for evidence of leaks or staining around the water pump, thermostat housing, and radiator, particularly given the high mileage and the typical timing chain concerns on earlier Qashqai units. Brake discs and pads require a visual assessment for wear lip on the disc edges and pad material thickness, as the front axle has clearly been working hard given the recurring steering and suspension defects. The 12V battery should be load-tested, as a sixteen-year-old vehicle is well beyond typical battery service life even under regular use. Engine oil and transmission fluid should be inspected for colour, level, and any signs of emulsification or metallic residue on the dipstick or filler cap. Finally, examine the underside for any corrosion on subframes, brake lines, and fuel lines, and check that all warning lamps illuminate correctly on ignition, including the MIL lamp given its prior inoperative status, ensuring the underlying engine management issue resolved at the 2022 retest has not returned.