2017 Nissan Qashqai 1.2L Petrol · CF17 XRX

The vehicle presents a concerning trend of deteriorating mechanical wear within the front steering and suspension assemblies. While it passed its most recent MOT in September 2025 at 75,004 miles, this followed an immediate failure due to multiple mechanical defects. The recurrence of play in the steering rack inner joints and track rod ends across the 2024 and 2025 tests indicates that the front-end components are reaching the end of their functional life and have not been addressed with proactive preventative maintenance. At 75,004 miles over nine years, the Qashqai averages approximately 8,300 miles per annum, which aligns with typical national averages for a family vehicle. The mileage accumulation appears consistent, with roughly 11,000 miles covered between September 2023 and August 2024, and another 11,000 miles in the following year. However, the relatively low mileage has not prevented the degradation of rubber-bonded components, as the record shows persistent issues with bushings despite the low annual distance. A buyer must prioritize a thorough physical inspection of the front suspension geometry. The record specifically flags wear on both nearside and offside lower suspension arm bushes, alongside play in the steering rack inner joints and track rod ends. These issues often lead to poor steering feel and uneven tyre wear if left uncorrected. Furthermore, the September 2025 test noted an offside front tyre worn to the legal limit and ineffective windscreen wiper blades, suggesting that basic consumable maintenance is only performed when parts reach a failure point rather than on a scheduled basis.