2013 Nissan Qashqai 1.6L Petrol · CV13 VCY

The vehicle remains roadworthy, but the maintenance history indicates a trend of recurring front-end suspension wear. The most recent test conducted in January 2026 at 133,669 miles identified a nearside front tyre nearing the legal limit and slight play in the offside front track rod end. While the vehicle achieved two clean passes in 2023 and 2024, the return of steering component issues suggests that parts are reaching the end of their service life. At 133,669 miles over 13 years, the Qashqai averages approximately 10,282 miles annually, which aligns with typical national averages for this age. The mileage pattern is consistent, with a 7,500-mile interval recorded between September 2023 and September 2024, and another 7,190 miles in the sixteen months prior to the latest test. This regularity suggests the vehicle is used consistently rather than sitting stationary for long periods, which generally helps prevent premature degradation of rubber seals and fluids. A buyer should prioritise a physical inspection of the front suspension geometry and steering linkage. The 2022 test flagged play in both front sub-frame ball joints, and the 2026 test highlighted a failing track rod end; these recurring faults indicate the front suspension components are wearing out prematurely. The repeated mention of uneven tyre wear across multiple years suggests a potential alignment issue that has not been addressed, which will continue to accelerate tyre degradation if not corrected.