2014 Nissan Qashqai 1.2L Petrol · BD14 TCZ

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance history shows a concerning trend of deferred repairs on critical components. While it passed its most recent July 2025 test at 60,037 miles, this followed a failure just three days prior at 60,022 miles. The failure revealed thin rear brake pads and multiple suspension issues, suggesting the previous owner only addressed mechanical faults once they reached the point of legal failure. This reactive approach indicates that the vehicle is not following a preventative service schedule. At 12 years old, the recorded 60,037 miles represent a low annual usage rate of approximately 5,000 miles per year. This low mileage is evident in the significant gaps between tests, such as the 3,669 miles driven between April 2023 and May 2024, and the 10,706 miles covered in the final leading leading to 2025. While low mileage generally reduces wear on the engine, long periods of standing often lead to the degradation of rubber components and corrosion on metal surfaces that are not regularly scrubbed. A buyer must scrutinise the offside front suspension closely, as the tester flagged both a misting shock absorber and play in the ball joint during the most recent 2025 tests. These issues are signs of component fatigue that will likely require immediate replacement to prevent further handling instability. The history also shows recurring issues with pitted and scored brake discs in 2022 and 2025, which often occurs when a vehicle sits for long periods, allowing moisture to corrode the iron surfaces. Furthermore, the nearside rear tyre was noted for perishing and cracking in 2025, a classic symptom of age-related rubber failure on low-mileage cars. An inspection should verify all tyres for sidewall cracking and check the entire brake system for seized calipers, given the previous failure of thin pads. The recurring nature of these worn components suggests the vehicle is nearing the end of several service life cycles despite the low odometer reading.