2011 Nissan Qashqai 1.5L Diesel · CP11 TXC

Given that the 2022 MOT failure included track rod end play on both sides and front suspension ball joint wear on the offside, any viewing should include a bouncy test on uneven ground and a close inspection of the front suspension and steering linkages — these are the parts that have already needed attention. The repeated corrosion advisories on the sub-frame and all four lower suspension arms across 2024 and 2025 are a red flag for a 14-year-old car in the UK climate; budget for replacement bushes, arms, and potentially sub-frame refurbishment within the next 12 months. The 1.5 dCi engine is well-proven, but at 131,933 miles, ask specifically about timing belt and clutch history, and request any service invoices. Negotiate firmly on price — a fair starting point would be well below book value given the advisory cluster, and walk away if the seller cannot demonstrate recent suspension or underbody work.

Recorded mileage stands at 131,933 miles across five MOT tests between August 2022 and July 2025, giving an average of roughly 8,500 miles per year against the model's 7,679-mile benchmark, so this diesel Qashqai has covered slightly more ground than typical. Four of the five recorded MOTs were passes, but the 2022 test was a fail with nine defects, and both 2024 and 2025 passes carry multiple advisories centred on sub-frame and suspension arm corrosion. The pattern suggests a vehicle nearing the end of its comfortable service life, where corrosion rather than mechanical failure is the dominant theme.