2022 Nissan Qashqai N-Connecta DIG-T Mhev 1.3L Hybrid electric (clean) · BG72 YUU

A front-end wear pattern is the defining mechanical takeaway from this 2022 Nissan Qashqai, with the most recent MOT on 29 November 2025 recording a pass alongside three advisories that all point toward the nearside and offside front assemblies. The offside front brake pads were reported as wearing thin, the offside front outer tyre was worn close to the legal limit or worn on its edge, and the nearside front bumper and wing trim was taped rather than properly refitted. Although the vehicle passed at this test, three advisories clustered at the front axle within a single inspection is notable and warrants close physical scrutiny before purchase. With only this single recorded test in the available history, the longer-term roadworthiness trend cannot yet be established, but the concentration of front-end wear items is a clear signal that consumables and cosmetic components at the front of the car are approaching the end of their useful life. The recorded mileage of 27,497 miles over roughly four years equates to an annual accumulation of approximately 6,874 miles, which sits broadly in line with typical private use for a Qashqai of this age. There are no extended gaps between tests or sudden mileage spikes recorded in the available data, suggesting consistent rather than intermittent usage, which generally allows suspension, braking, and drivetrain components to be exercised regularly rather than suffering the corrosion and drying effects of long stationary periods. At this mileage, mechanical wear on major items such as the clutch, dual-clutch transmission mechatronics, turbocharger, and major suspension components should still be relatively modest, but the recorded front-end wear suggests that brake and tyre items are being consumed at a rate consistent with regular urban and suburban driving rather than purely motorway use. For a prospective buyer, the offside front brake pad advisory is the most immediately actionable item, as pads reported as wearing thin at the November 2025 test will likely require replacement in the near term, and the condition of the offside front brake disc should be inspected for lipping, scoring, or surface corrosion that would necessitate machining or replacement alongside the pads. Binding or seized offside front caliper guide pins are a common cause of uneven pad wear on this generation of Qashqai, so a test drive should include several moderate stops from around 30 mph to confirm the car pulls straight and that the offside front wheel does not feel hotter than the nearside after gentle use. The offside front outer tyre being close to the legal limit or worn on its edge suggests a potential wheel alignment or suspension geometry issue, so on a test drive particular attention should be paid to any steering pull to the left or right, steering wheel off-centre when driving straight, and any knocking or clonking from the front suspension over speed bumps or uneven road surfaces, as worn wishbone bushes, droplinks, or top mounts commonly produce these symptoms on the Qashqai. The taped nearside front bumper and wing trim is a cosmetic rather than mechanical concern, but a buyer should verify that the bumper is securely fixed rather than relying solely on tape, as loosely mounted trim can mask deeper damage or insecure mounting brackets and may indicate a previous low-speed shunt. On a test drive, listen for any clonking from the front suspension over rough roads, which on this model commonly traces to front anti-roll bar bushes or suspension drop links, and check for any vagueness or knocking through the steering that could indicate worn track rod ends given the edge-tyre wear pattern already flagged. Given the vehicle is a mild-hybrid with a 1.3-litre DIG-T petrol engine, any test should include a thorough warm-up period to check for timing chain rattle on cold start, and the buyer should confirm that the 12V battery and hybrid system are functioning correctly, as these components are known failure points on Qashqai MHEV variants. Finally, a pre-purchase inspection by a garage capable of lifting the vehicle is strongly advised to check for any corrosion around the front subframe mounting points, brake pipes, and suspension arms, as the Qashqai of this era can be prone to underbody corrosion that would not be visible from a standard road test.