2017 Nissan Qashqai 1.2L Petrol · BA66 NZC

The 2017 Nissan Qashqai presents a clean and stable maintenance trend, with the most recent MOT conducted on 12 March 2026 at 36,594 miles passing with zero defects recorded. This is a strong indicator of consistent upkeep. The vehicle has passed every test on record since February 2023, and the absence of any advisories or failures across multiple consecutive tests suggests the car has been maintained to a reliable standard with no emerging mechanical or structural concerns. The mileage pattern is notably low for a vehicle of this age. At roughly 4,066 miles per year over nine years, the car has seen significantly lighter use than the UK average. The mileage progression is steady and unremarkable, moving from 26,356 miles in February 2023 to 36,594 miles by March 2026, with no sudden jumps or suspicious gaps. The duplicate entry on 26 February 2024 showing both a pass and a fail at nearly identical mileage appears to be a clerical anomaly rather than a genuine mechanical event, as neither test recorded any defects. The data is sparse in the best possible sense, with no recurring faults to flag. Despite the clean MOT record, a buyer should still carry out a thorough in-person inspection focused on components that low-mileage vehicles are susceptible to. Extended periods of light use or standing can cause suspension bushes to perish, tyres to develop flat spots or sidewall cracking, and brake discs to surface-corrode from lack of regular heat cycling. The exhaust system and underbody should be checked for corrosion, particularly around mounting points and box sections, as short-journey use accelerates moisture accumulation and rust formation. Tyre condition deserves close attention, as low annual mileage often means the original or early replacement set may still be fitted and approaching age-related deterioration regardless of remaining tread depth. The braking system, steering linkage, and drivetrain should be inspected for free operation and absence of play, as components that sit unused can seize or develop stiffness. A test drive covering varied speeds and road surfaces will reveal any latent issues the MOT may not have captured, such as binding calipers, worn engine mounts, or gearbox hesitation. The clean record is encouraging, but it does not substitute for hands-on verification of a vehicle that has spent much of its life covering relatively few miles.