2014 Nissan Qashqai 1.5L Diesel · BP63 OCV

The vehicle presents a worsening trend in mechanical roadworthiness following a significant failure in its most recent inspection. While it passed on May 5, 2026 at 131,625 miles, the record reveals critical component failures that were flagged just eight days prior. The presence of play in both steering rack inner joints and the nearside front arm ball joint indicates that the steering and suspension geometry is reaching the end of its service life, requiring immediate attention to rectify. The mileage pattern is consistent with a typical-use vehicle of this age, averaging approximately 11,000 miles per annum. There was a notable period of high usage exceeding 13,000 miles between May 2024 and April 2025, followed by another 9,500 miles in the year leading up to the 2026 tests. This consistent accumulation puts steady pressure on wear-related components, which is evidenced by the frequent mentions of thinning tyres and worn brake pads across the last three years of the available history. A buyer must conduct a thorough in-person inspection of the front-end steering assembly, as the recurring issues with the rack joints and ball joints suggest a lack of preventative maintenance. The failure in April 2026 regarding split CV boots on both the offside inner and outer drive shafts is a high-risk indicator for potential drive shaft damage due to grease loss. Furthermore, the history of uneven tyre wear on the edges suggests potential wheel alignment issues or worn suspension bushes that should be verified to avoid premature replacement of new tyres.