2009 Nissan Qashqai 1.5L Diesel · DA09 FDG

The vehicle is currently unroadworthy following a significant failure on 12 June 2026 at 123,341 miles. The maintenance trend is worsening, as recurring issues from previous years have now escalated into mechanical failures. While the car passed in June 2025, the most recent inspection reveals a cascade of neglect across lighting, braking, and structural components. The presence of a failed supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a critical safety fault that requires immediate attention before further travel. At 123,341 miles over 17 years, the Qashqai has averaged approximately 7,255 miles per year, which aligns with typical annual usage for its age. The mileage data shows consistent use patterns, with roughly 3,500 miles covered between May 2024 and June 2025, and another 1,400 miles leading up to the latest test. However, the relatively low annual mileage has not prevented the degradation of rubber and metal components, suggesting age-related perish alongside standard mechanical wear. A buyer must scrutinise the front suspension assembly, as the nearside front lower suspension arm bush and anti-roll bar linkage have appeared in multiple tests since 2024. The 2026 failure specifically identifies a severely deteriorated nearside front CV boot and general corrosion across suspension components, which suggests a risk of imminent drivetrain failure. The braking system also requires immediate overhaul; the tester flagged thin front pads and corroded, ridged discs, indicating that basic maintenance intervals have been ignored. Physical inspection of the electrical circuit is also necessary to resolve the persistent stop lamp, registration plate lamp, and SRS warning faults.