2016 Nissan Qashqai 1.2L Petrol · AX65 HKB

A completely clean advisory and failure record across the documented DVSA tests points to a vehicle with a consistently strong roadworthiness profile, with no mechanical concerns formally flagged by testers at any point in its recorded history. The most recent MOT on 28 October 2025 resulted in a pass with no defects recorded, and notably the same date also shows a failed submission with no defects listed, which is consistent with an immediate re-test after a minor presentation or administrative issue was resolved rather than a substantive mechanical failure. The 2024 and 2023 tests follow the same pattern of pass with no defects, reinforcing an unbroken trend of compliance. With zero recorded advisories relating to brakes, suspension, corrosion, tyres, lights, or emissions, there is no component-specific deterioration documented that would allow a prospective buyer to anticipate which areas are closest to requiring attention. With a recorded mileage of 58,557 miles over approximately ten years, the Qashqai has accumulated at an average of around 5,856 miles annually, which sits well below the typical usage rate for a vehicle of this age and class. This low accumulation suggests either predominantly short urban journeys, periods of light use, or extended intervals where the car has covered relatively few miles between tests. Mechanically, this usage profile carries both advantages and considerations. The lower wear on major drivetrain components, clutch, and brake friction material is a positive, but prolonged low-mileage operation and any standing periods can accelerate ageing of rubber components, underbody underseal degradation, and moisture-related concerns in the braking system, even though none of these have yet manifested as test failures. Because the MOT history does not identify any specific components of concern, the inspection priorities should be guided by the known age and mileage profile rather than by documented defect patterns. A careful physical examination of the suspension should focus on the front and rear coil springs for any signs of corrosion pitting or breakage, as well as the condition of the anti-roll bar bushes, wishbone bushes, and drop links, listening for knocking or clonking noises over uneven road surfaces during a test drive. The brake system warrants close attention to the discs and pads, particularly for any evidence of light surface corrosion or lipping on the disc edges, and the handbrake mechanism should be checked for binding or inefficient operation given the low annual mileage. Underbody inspection is strongly advised to identify any developing corrosion around structural mounting points, subframe, and brake and fuel lines, as surface rust can progress without generating advisories until it reaches a more advanced stage. A thorough road test should include careful evaluation of the clutch action for any slipping under load, monitoring the transmission for smooth engagement in both manual and automatic modes, and observing the steering for any pulling, vibration, or looseness that could indicate worn track rod ends or front suspension components. Given the absence of any documented advisories, this Qashqai presents an unusually clean mechanical record, but the low-mileage profile warrants a proactive inspection of age-related wear items to ensure continued reliability beyond the next test cycle.