2009 Nissan Qashqai 1.5L Diesel · BN59 YVG

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history indicates a trend of reactive rather than proactive upkeep. While it passed its most recent test in October 2025, this followed a comprehensive failure where the car failed just one day prior with a significant list of mechanical defects. This pattern suggests that the previous owner only addressed faults when necessitated by an MOT failure, as evidenced by the multiple critical suspension and braking components failing simultaneously in a single session. At 17 years old, the recorded mileage of 88,187 miles represents a low annual average of approximately 5,200 miles per year. This low usage often correlates with the degradation of rubber-based components rather than mechanical wear from distance. Between October 2023 and October 2025, the vehicle covered 16,444 miles, which is consistent with this low-use profile. However, the presence of cracking tyres noted in 2025 is a classic symptom of a vehicle sitting for long periods, leading to dry rot despite the low mileage driven. A buyer must conduct a close inspection of the front suspension geometry, as this area has shown recurring issues. The 2025 failure flagged track rod end play, suspension arm ball joints, worn bushes, and a split inner CV boot. Given that a track rod end also failed the test in 2023, the front suspension appears to be reaching the end of its functional life. The buyer should verify that the repairs made after October 2025 were executed with quality parts rather than temporary fixes. The braking system also requires attention following the pitting and scoring of the front discs during the last failure. Given the vehicle's age and low mileage, the inspector should specifically check for structural corrosion on the chassis and subframe, as long-standing vehicles are prone to surface rust that can worsen over time. The advisory for perishing rear tyres indicates that the rubber should be checked for age-related cracking regardless of the remaining tread depth.