2021 Nissan Qashqai 1.3L Petrol · CD04 OCD

The mechanical record for this 2021 Nissan Qashqai presents a clean and reassuring picture of roadworthiness, with the most recent activity on 2025-09-12 showing a pass with no advisories or defects recorded, immediately followed by an earlier same-day entry that also shows no defects recorded, suggesting a straightforward administrative or retest sequence rather than any underlying mechanical concern. Looking back through the documented DVSA history, the vehicle has consistently passed its annual assessments, with clean results also recorded on 2024-09-16 and 2024-02-07, and crucially, there are no advisories logged for wear items such as brake components, suspension elements, tyres, corrosion, or exhaust integrity at any point. This unbroken pattern of defect-free test outcomes indicates that the vehicle has been maintaining its critical safety and emissions systems well within serviceable limits across the last two years of testing, providing a strong baseline of mechanical confidence for a prospective buyer. With a recorded mileage of 56,172 miles over approximately five years of age, the Qashqai is accumulating at an average rate of around 11,234 miles per year, which sits comfortably within the typical usage band for a vehicle of this type and age, neither unusually low nor excessively high. There are no extended gaps in the testing history that would suggest the vehicle was laid up for prolonged periods, nor any sudden jumps in annual mileage that might indicate heavy commercial or motorway use followed by lighter private running. This steady, moderate accumulation rate is mechanically favourable because it implies regular warm-up cycles, consistent wear across drivetrain and braking components, and a reduced likelihood of issues associated with extended standing such as seized brakes, perished rubber, or stale fluids, while also meaning that the major service items are unlikely to be at the extreme end of their replacement intervals. From a buyer guidance perspective, although the MOT history is entirely clean, the test drive should still be used to verify the dynamic condition of components that do not necessarily leave a paper trail but are subject to wear at this mileage. Listen carefully for any knocking or clonking noises from the front suspension over speed humps and uneven surfaces, as the Qashqai is known for wear in the front anti-roll bar bushes and lower suspension arms, and feel for any vagueness or clunks through the steering wheel during full-lock manoeuvres which could indicate worn drop links or track rod ends. The brake pedal should feel firm and progressive, with no excessive travel or judder under firm application from higher speeds, which would point to warped front discs, particularly given that the original discs may be approaching their second change at this mileage if the vehicle has seen predominantly urban use. It is also worth paying close attention to the behaviour of the dual-clutch automatic gearbox, if fitted, specifically monitoring for any hesitation, shudder, or delayed engagement when pulling away from a standstill or during low-speed parking manoeuvres, as these DCT units can exhibit wear at this kind of mileage. Check that all electrical systems function correctly, including the infotainment screen, parking sensors, reversing camera, climate control, and driver assistance features such as lane departure warning, since any warning messages on the dashboard could indicate underlying sensor or module issues. Finally, inspect the underside of the vehicle on a ramp if possible for any early signs of corrosion on the subframe, suspension arms, and brake pipe clips, as even vehicles with clean MOT records can begin to show surface oxidation in these areas, and confirm that the coolant and oil levels are correct and free from any milky or discoloured appearance that might suggest head gasket or cooler concerns.