2013 Nissan Qashqai 1.6L Petrol · BL13 FPC

The most recent MOT history for this 2013 Nissan Qashqai, tested just over a year ago on 2025-07-22, reveals a concerning pattern of repeated failures despite no recorded defects. The vehicle passed once and failed once at the same mileage (60,559 miles) on consecutive tests, suggesting either a technical anomaly in the testing process or a persistent underlying issue that evaded detection. The prior cycle in 2024 also showed a clean pass with no advisories, but the 2023 tests—conducted at 47,090 miles—repeated the same pattern of a pass followed by a failure at identical mileage. This inconsistency implies either a lack of thorough pre-test maintenance or a recurring fault that wasn’t consistently identified. The absence of any recorded defects across all tests is unusual, as even minor advisories would typically appear in the record. Buyers should treat this as a red flag, as repeated failures without explanation often point to either a poorly maintained vehicle or a history of rushed or incomplete inspections. The mileage progression of approximately 4,658 miles per year is unusually low for a vehicle of this age, suggesting either infrequent use or prolonged periods of inactivity. Between the 2023 and 2024 tests, the vehicle accumulated just 8,893 miles over a year, and another 4,576 miles followed in the subsequent 12 months. While low mileage can reduce wear on high-stress components like suspension bushes or drivetrain parts, it also raises questions about how the vehicle was stored or used. Extended periods of disuse can accelerate issues like tyre degradation, battery sulphation, or corrosion in critical areas. The identical mileage at both the 2023 and 2025 tests—60,559 miles—is particularly notable, as it suggests the vehicle may have remained stationary for significant stretches, potentially exacerbating maintenance needs. Given the lack of recorded defects but the repeated failures, a buyer should prioritise an independent inspection of the braking system, suspension geometry, and structural integrity. The repeated test failures at identical mileages warrant scrutiny of components that often fail intermittently, such as wheel bearings, brake calipers, or suspension mounts. Binding brakes, uneven tyre wear, or excessive play in the steering could explain why the tester failed to flag these issues during the initial pass. Corrosion in wheel arches, subframe, or sills—common in older Qashqai models—should also be checked, as this can compromise structural integrity without always being visible. The absence of advisories in the record does not guarantee these areas are sound, so a thorough visual and functional assessment is essential. The buyer should also verify the service history for evidence of timely fluid changes, as neglected fluids (brakes, power steering, differential) can lead to catastrophic failures.