2015 Nissan Qashqai 1.5L Diesel · AX15 AAE

The vehicle remains roadworthy, but the maintenance trend shows a shift toward reactive rather than proactive repairs. The most recent test in August 2025 at 63,174 miles identified thin offside rear brake pads and a pitted offside front brake disc. This follows a clean result in 2024, suggesting that while the components are now reaching the end of their functional life, the vehicle has generally maintained basic safety standards without reaching the point of mechanical failure. At 11 years old, the recorded mileage of 63,174 miles is significantly low, averaging approximately 5,700 miles per year. The usage pattern appears consistent, with intervals of roughly 5,000 miles between each annual test from 2021 to 2025. This low annual mileage typically reduces mechanical wear on the drivetrain and engine, though it often leads to accelerated degradation of rubber components and corrosion due to longer stationary periods, which is consistent with the issues noted in the history. A buyer must scrutinise the front suspension specifically, as the 2023 test at 54,839 miles flagged severely deteriorated dust covers on both nearside and offside front suspension arm ball joints. While these passed the subsequent test, the degradation of rubber boots indicates an age-related perishation that likely continues. The recurring mention of thin brake pads, appearing in 2023 and again in 2025, confirms that the braking system is due for a comprehensive overhaul. A physical inspection should verify the current condition of the front discs to ensure the pitting has not progressed into structural thinning of the friction surface.