2023 Nissan Qashqai Acenta Prem T Mhev CVT 1.3L Hybrid electric (clean) · CE23 LFO

The most recent DVSA MOT test conducted on 6 March 2026 resulted in a pass, with no failures, dangerous defects, or minors recorded against this 2023 Nissan Qashqai. Two advisories were issued, both relating to brake pad wear, covering the front and rear axle. The absence of any prior MOT failure data in the provided history, alongside only wear-related advisories, suggests the vehicle has maintained a stable mechanical condition through its routine testing and has not exhibited any deterioration in core safety systems. The advisory entries indicate progressive pad wear consistent with the recorded mileage and reflect components approaching, but not yet at, the minimum legal or serviceable thickness. The recorded mileage of 40,651 miles over the vehicle's three-year life equates to an annual average of roughly 13,550 miles, which is notably high for a car of this age and exceeds the typical UK average. Sustained high-mileage running accelerates wear across consumables such as brake pads, discs, tyres, drive belts, and clutch components, although in this instance the automatic CVT transmission removes clutch wear from the equation. The brakes have clearly been worked hard given the advisory items, and one should expect corresponding wear on the brake discs themselves, which may show lipping, hot spots, or corrosion pitting. Higher annual mileage also typically shortens the service life of engine oil, transmission fluid, and coolant, even when servicing has been carried out at the correct calendar intervals. Given the brake pad advisories on both axles, a prospective buyer should anticipate that replacement is imminent and budget accordingly. On a test drive, listen for audible grinding, squealing, or a metallic scraping noise from the wheels under light braking, which would suggest the pads have worn beyond the backing plate. Watch for brake shudder or vibration through the steering wheel under firm application, indicative of worn or distorted front discs, and any pulling to one side which could point to a binding caliper or uneven pad wear. Inspect the discs visually through the wheel spokes for a pronounced lip at the outer edge and for signs of surface corrosion, particularly given the high annual usage. Confirm the brake fluid has been changed in line with manufacturer schedule, as brake fluid is hygroscopic and degrades with time regardless of mileage. Beyond the braking system, the high annual mileage warrants close inspection of other wear-sensitive items. Check the tyres for even tread wear across the full width, as inner-edge wear on the front pair may indicate worn suspension bushes or droplinks, and verify there are no perishing cracks in the sidewalls given the vehicle's age. Listen for suspension clonks or knocks over speed humps and uneven road surfaces, which could point to worn anti-roll bar bushes, wishbones, or top mounts. The CVT transmission should operate smoothly without juddering or slipping on acceleration, and any whining or hesitation would warrant further inspection. Finally, verify a full Nissan main agent or specialist service history with stamps confirming timely replacement of the engine oil, oil filter, air filter, cabin filter, spark plugs (for the 1.3-litre mild hybrid petrol unit), and 12V battery condition, given that high-mileage use places additional demand on the auxiliary electrical systems and hybrid components.