2019 Nissan Qashqai 1.3L Petrol · BM19 UJC

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance trend shows a persistent failure to address developing suspension wear proactively. The most recent test in March 2026 at 53,301 miles flagged worn bushes on both front suspension arm pins and an offside front tyre nearing the legal limit. While the car passed, the recurring nature of the suspension issues across the last three tests indicates that the previous owner has only addressed faults once they reached inspection thresholds rather than performing preventative maintenance. The recorded mileage of 53,301 miles over seven years reflects an average usage of approximately 7,600 miles per annum, which aligns with typical low-to-moderate driving patterns. There is a consistent interval between tests, with roughly 10,000 miles covered between February 2024 and March 2025, and another 10,400 miles leading to March 2026. This steady accumulation suggests the vehicle has been used regularly, though the low mileage has not prevented the degradation of rubber components in the suspension assembly. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the front suspension geometry. The tester has identified worn bushes on the nearside and offside front arms in three consecutive tests dating back to 2025, suggesting these components are nearing the end of their functional life. You should check for play in the arms and listen for clunking noises over bumps. Additionally, the failure in March 2025 due to thin front brake pads indicates that consumables are only replaced upon critical failure, necessitating a current check of pad thickness and disc condition. Tyre condition also requires scrutiny. The 2024 failure for a structural tear in the nearside front tyre and the 2026 advisory for the offside front tyre being worn on the edge suggest potential alignment issues or uneven wear patterns caused by the aforementioned worn suspension bushes. Ensure all tyres show even wear across the tread and verify that the wheel alignment has been performed following any replacement of suspension components.