2022 Nissan Qashqai Nconncta Digt Mhev CVT 1.3L Hybrid electric (clean) · BA72 EDF

The 2022 Nissan Qashqai presents an unblemished DVSA roadworthiness record to date, with both recorded tests, on 3 January 2026 and 22 January 2025, returning PASS outcomes and no advisories or defects noted by the examiner. Across two consecutive annual tests there is nothing in the official record to flag as a developing mechanical concern, no recurring component has been called out across years, and no structural, corrosion, brake, tyre, suspension, or emissions items have been raised by the testing station. For a four year old vehicle this constitutes a clean paper trail, although it is worth noting that MOT history alone cannot establish the mechanical condition of items that only fail under load or on a road test, nor can it verify the standard of routine maintenance carried out between tests. The record therefore reflects statutory compliance at the point of test rather than a guarantee of broader mechanical integrity. Annual mileage is markedly below the typical accumulation rate for a vehicle of this age, with the odometer showing 11,864 miles at the most recent test against roughly four years on the road, equating to an average of around 2,966 miles per year. This low usage profile has direct mechanical implications that warrant close attention during inspection. Brake discs and pads suffer from surface corrosion and pad glazing when a vehicle is used predominantly for short journeys or sits idle for extended periods, even though low mileage reduces outright friction wear, and the condition of the calliper slide pins and handbrake mechanism should be checked for seizing. Similarly, standing periods accelerate 12V battery degradation through repeated partial discharge cycles, and the CVT transmission, along with the mild hybrid 12V lithium-ion support components, benefits from regular sustained running rather than sporadic short trips, meaning that fluid condition and any hesitation or judder on pull-away deserve specific attention given the usage pattern. On a physical inspection and accompanied test drive, particular attention should be paid to the symptoms most likely to manifest on a low-mileage automatic of this type. On start-up, listen for any rotational whine or lag from the CVT box that would suggest fluid degradation or actuator wear, and on the road check for any shunt, judder, or delayed engagement between ratios, particularly from standstill and on light throttle inputs, which can indicate worn variator or stepper motor issues rather than simple adaptation. Apply the brakes firmly from around 40 mph to confirm a straight, stable stop without pulling to either side, and from low speed test the footbrake and handbrake separately for smooth bite rather than a grinding or scraping sensation that would imply corroded discs or a binding caliper. On uneven surfaces, listen for clonks or rattles from the front suspension that could signify deteriorated anti-roll bar bushes, drop links, or top mounts, and feel through the steering for any looseness, vibration, or knocking over mid-corner bumps that might point to worn track rod ends or suspension arms despite their not having been flagged at test. Given the clean MOT record, there is no specific component history to target, so the inspection should instead concentrate on age and usage-related items that fall outside the MOT scope. Inspect all four tyres closely for cracking of the sidewalls, uneven shoulder wear that would indicate a tracking or geometry issue, and for any flat spotting from standing, as perished or out-of-shape rubber is a common finding on low-mileage cars and would necessitate replacement regardless of remaining tread. Examine the underside, including subframe, suspension arms, and brake pipe runs, for any early signs of surface corrosion or underbody filming, and check the exhaust system for seized mounting rubbers or quiet joint failures. Finally, verify that all dashboard warning lamps extinguish correctly on start-up, that the infotainment, climate control, and reversing camera systems operate as they should, and that the hybrid system shows no fault messages, as electronic and software issues would not be captured within the MOT record itself.