2010 Nissan Qashqai 1.5L Diesel · CE60 HDF

The Nissan Qashqai’s MOT history presents an unusual but ultimately reassuring picture. The most recent tests in March 2026, at 127,050 miles, show no defects recorded—despite two consecutive passes and fails within 48 hours, which typically indicates a clerical or administrative error rather than mechanical issues. This pattern mirrors the previous year’s identical scenario (March 2025 at 119,655 miles), suggesting the vehicle has consistently passed all critical roadworthiness checks. The absence of advisories or defects across all five tests underscores a stable maintenance trend, with no signs of worsening wear or recurring mechanical failures. For a vehicle of this age and mileage, this level of MOT cleanliness is uncommon and implies either meticulous upkeep or a model known for reliability in these areas. The mileage accumulation aligns closely with typical usage for a 16-year-old vehicle, averaging around 7,941 miles per year—a figure that neither suggests excessive wear nor prolonged neglect. The three-year snapshot from 2024 to 2026 shows steady mileage increments (112,550 to 127,050 miles), with no abrupt jumps or prolonged stasis that might indicate misuse or storage. The consistency here rules out red flags like rapid deterioration from high mileage or hidden corrosion from disuse. That said, the lack of advisories in the MOTs means there’s no official record of minor wear items—such as tyre tread depth or suspension bush degradation—being addressed proactively. Given the clean MOT history, a buyer should still conduct a thorough pre-purchase inspection, focusing on components not routinely checked under the MOT framework. Pay particular attention to the suspension—specifically the coil springs, anti-roll bars, and bushings—since these are wear points that don’t always trigger advisories until they’re critically degraded. The brakes should be tested for uneven pad wear or binding calipers, even though the MOTs show no defects; binding is a common issue in Qashqais that can go unnoticed without dynamic testing. Structural integrity is another key area: inspect the wheel arches, sills, and underbody for corrosion, especially in regions prone to salt exposure or poor sealing. Finally, while the MOTs are clear, a compression test on the engine and a check of the exhaust system for leaks or rusted mounts would be prudent, as these are often overlooked in static tests but can lead to costly failures later. The vehicle’s history suggests it has been well maintained, but the absence of advisories means some wear items may have been addressed privately or deferred. Buyers should treat this as an opportunity to verify what hasn’t been documented—particularly in areas where Qashqais of this age can develop silent issues.