2010 Nissan Qashqai 1.5L Diesel · DF10 AAU

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness status, though the MOT history reveals a pattern of immediate rectification following test failures. The most recent test on October 2023 at 149,716 miles passed with no defects recorded, indicating the vehicle was in a compliant state upon departure. This followed a failure just one day prior at the same mileage, which suggests the previous owner was proactive in addressing identified issues to secure a valid certificate rather than allowing minor faults to persist. At 149,716 miles over 16 years, the Qashqai averages approximately 9,357 miles per year, which aligns closely with typical UK usage for a family crossover. The data shows consistent usage patterns, with roughly 15,000 miles covered between September 2021 and September 2022, and another 18,000 miles between September 2022 and October 2023. This steady accumulation suggests the vehicle has not suffered from long periods of stagnation, which often helps prevent the degradation of rubber components and fluid-related issues. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the suspension and braking components prone to wear at this mileage bracket. While the record shows no recurring advisories, the high mileage necessitates a close check of the control arm bushes, coil springs, and shocks for signs of perishing or leaking. Given the vehicle's age, a thorough inspection for structural corrosion on the sills and rear mounting points is essential, as these are common areas of failure on this model that do not always trigger during a standard MOT test until they become significant.