2008 Nissan Qashqai 1.5L Diesel · DF08 JNJ

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile based on the available MOT history over the last five years. The most recent test conducted in late November 2022 at 143,235 miles passed with no recorded defects, indicating that the vehicle met the minimum safety standards at that time. While a failure occurred in November 2021, the immediate retest just seven days later suggests the owner was willing to rectify faults promptly rather than allowing mechanical issues to persist. At 143,235 miles, the Qashqai averages approximately 8,000 miles per year, which aligns with typical usage for a vehicle of this age. The data shows consistent usage patterns, with a 5,553-mile interval between October 2019 and October 2020, and another 9,474 miles covered between October 2020 and November 2021. This regularity suggests the car has not suffered from long periods of stagnation which often leads to perished seals or brake corrosion. However, the last recorded test was now over three and a half years ago, meaning the current roadworthiness of the vehicle is unknown and requires a fresh inspection. A buyer must prioritize a physical inspection of the components prone to wear at this mileage and age. Given the age, focus on the front suspension bushes, control arm joints, and coil springs for signs of excessive play or perished rubber. The chassis should also be examined for structural corrosion on the sills and rear mounting points, as these are common failure points on older Nissan models. Since the record is outdated, the condition of the brake discs, pads, and the integrity of the exhaust system remain critical checks to ensure no significant mechanical degradation has developed since the 2022 test.