2022 Nissan Qashqai Acenta Prem T Mhev CVT 1.3L Hybrid electric · CP71 MXT

A clean and unblemished DVSA record defines this 2022 Nissan Qashqai, with two consecutive pass certificates issued on 14 January 2025 and 6 February 2026, neither carrying any advisories, failures, or minor defects. The absence of any flagged components across both tests points to a vehicle that has remained mechanically sound in all areas routinely inspected under the MOT regime, including brakes, suspension, steering, tyres, lighting, and exhaust emissions. For a car of this vintage and specification, holding an advisory-free record through its first two MOTs is the best possible roadworthiness signal the DVSA file can provide, suggesting no progressive wear issues have yet surfaced in any of the safety-critical systems. Given that this MHEV variant shares its core mechanical architecture with the wider Qashqai range, the clean history also provides reassurance on the hybrid assistance components and CVT transmission integration, none of which have triggered any examiner concerns. Against an expected annual mileage of roughly 7,500 to 10,000 miles for a family crossover of this age, the recorded 7,930 miles equates to a very modest 1,982 miles per year, indicating that it has seen only light service since first registration. This pattern of use typically means that wear-related components such as brake discs, pads, tyres, and suspension bushes have accumulated minimal mechanical fatigue, and that the drivetrain, including the CVT transmission and mild-hybrid electrical ancillaries, has experienced low overall loading. However, low annual mileage combined with no recorded MOT between first registration in 2022 and the January 2025 test raises the possibility that the vehicle spent extended periods either off the road, stored, or used only intermittently, which can bring risks such as moisture ingress in the braking system, flat-spotted tyres, and stagnant brake fluid. Despite these general considerations, the clean advisory record from both tests suggests no examiner-detectable deterioration has yet taken hold, though a prospective buyer should still treat the usage profile as a factor warranting close physical inspection rather than relying solely on the DVSA paperwork. From a buyer's perspective, the focus on any test drive should be on verifying that the lightly-used nature of the car has not allowed any hidden deterioration to set in, particularly within the braking system where components can corrode or seize from underuse. During a road test, listen carefully for any binding or rubbing noises from the brake calipers when setting off from cold, as calipers that have sat idle can develop piston corrosion leading to uneven pad wear and pulling under braking. Test the brake pedal feel from a moderate speed, checking for a firm, progressive response without excessive travel or sponginess, and verify that the car stops in a straight line without pulling to either side. The CVT transmission should be evaluated by accelerating smoothly from a standstill and through part-throttle cruising, confirming that ratio changes are seamless without any judder, shunt, or whining noises, which would indicate fluid degradation or wear in the variator assembly. Suspension and steering refinement deserve particular attention given the low mileage, as components like the front strut top mounts, anti-roll bar bushes, and lower control arm linkages can deteriorate through lack of use as much as through wear. On the test drive, traverse some sharper speed bumps and uneven road surfaces, listening for clonks, knocks, or creaks from the front end, and pay particular attention to any clonking over uneven tarmac that would suggest worn drop links or strut mounts. The steering should remain tight and precise without any play at the straight-ahead position or any knocking felt through the wheel when traversing rough surfaces, as worn suspension linkages commonly manifest in this manner. Finally, inspect the underside and inner wheel arches for any early signs of surface corrosion, as even cars with clean MOT records can develop subframe or brake pipe oxidation, and verify that the tyres show even wear across their full width, which on a low-mileage example should be substantial given the minimal accumulated use.