2015 Nissan Qashqai 1.5L Diesel · BN65 RXG

The 2015 Nissan Qashqai presents an exemplary MOT record, having passed every annual test without a single defect or advisory since September 2021. The most recent examination on 11 September 2025 at 71,181 miles recorded zero faults, confirming the vehicle has maintained consistent roadworthiness across five consecutive tests. This unbroken pattern of clean passes indicates a stable maintenance trajectory rather than a deteriorating or recently rectified condition. The absence of recurring issues across the documented history suggests the vehicle has not suffered from the typical gradual decline in mechanical integrity that often manifests through repeated advisories on suspension, braking, or exhaust components. The mileage accumulation tells a straightforward story of regular, moderate use. Between the September 2021 test at 37,822 miles and the September 2025 test at 71,181 miles, the vehicle covered 33,359 miles over four years, averaging approximately 8,340 miles annually during that period. The annual intervals show consistent usage without dramatic spikes or prolonged periods of inactivity that might raise concerns about deterioration from standing. The recorded 6,471 miles per year across the vehicle's full lifespan falls squarely within typical expectations for a family crossover of this age, suggesting neither excessive motorway wear nor the kind of short-trip-only use that accelerates engine and exhaust corrosion. Despite the clean paper record, a prospective buyer should conduct a physical inspection focused on components that commonly degrade on the Qashqai platform around this mileage. Front and rear suspension bushes, drop links, and anti-roll bar links deserve close scrutiny, as these items frequently deteriorate on Nissan's McPherson strut setup before triggering an MOT failure. Brake disc thickness and pad condition should be verified visually, along with tyre sidewall integrity and tread wear patterns that might indicate alignment or suspension geometry issues not yet severe enough to fail an inspection. The exhaust system, particularly the flexible joint and rear silencer box, warrants examination for corrosion that can develop between annual tests. A professional underbody inspection remains advisable to check for structural corrosion on the subframes and suspension mounting points, an area where the Qashqai can develop issues as it approaches its second decade. The timing belt and water pump service history should be confirmed, as this is a critical interval item on the 1.2 DiG-T and 1.6 dCi engines that often falls between MOT cycles. While the documented record inspires confidence, the absence of advisories does not guarantee the absence of wear, and a pre-purchase inspection by a qualified mechanic remains the prudent final step before committing to the purchase.