2018 Nissan Qashqai 1.2L Petrol · CU18 WCN

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history reveals a reactive approach to repairs rather than proactive upkeep. The latest test in March 2026 at 63,063 miles passed, yet it flagged a new worn offside front suspension arm bush and a perishing nearside front tyre. This follows a trend where mechanical components are only addressed after failing an MOT test, suggesting that faults are monitored until they reach a point of failure or a significant advisory threshold. The mileage pattern is consistent with an eight-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 7,900 miles per year. Data shows a steady progression with roughly 11,000 miles covered between March 2024 and March 2025, and another 9,600 miles between March 2025 and March 2026. This low annual mileage suggests the car has been used lightly, though the intervals between services may contribute to the degradation seen in rubber components and the surface corrosion on brake discs as noted in the records. A buyer must scrutinise the front suspension assembly, as the offside front suspension arm bush has appeared as a fault in both 2024 and 2026. The recurring nature of this issue indicates that the component may be under stress or was replaced with inferior parts. The braking system also shows a history of pitted and scored discs on both front and rear axles. While these passed recent tests, the frequent mentions of thin pads and worn discs suggest the braking hardware is nearing the end of its service life-cycle. Physical inspection of the tyres is essential, as the record shows repeated issues with wear and perishing over the last two years. The nearside front shock absorber, which failed for a leak in 2025, should be checked for residual fluid to ensure the replacement was effective. Given the history of worn wiper blades and suspension bushes, a thorough test drive is required to ensure no further knocks or mechanical instabilities require immediate attention upon purchase.