2018 Nissan Qashqai 1.5L Diesel · DL18 ABF

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, having passed its most recent MOT test on 10 March 2026 at 98,264 miles. The maintenance trend appears stable, though the record shows a consistent pattern of immediate failure followed by a pass on the same day. This suggests that the owner is reactive rather than proactive, identifying faults via the tester and rectify them immediately to maintain legal compliance rather than allowing faults to persist over multiple testing cycles. The Nissan Qashqai has covered significant mileage for its eight-year age, averaging approximately 12,283 miles per year. The data shows a steady accumulation of use, with 14,728 miles driven between the March 2024 and 2025 tests, and another 12,229 miles between March 2025 and March 2026. This high usage profile indicates the vehicle has likely been used for long-distance motorway travel or consistent commuting, which typically puts higher strain on drivetrain components, suspension bushings, and brake hardware compared to lower-mile examples. While the latest test recorded no defects, the high mileage necessitates a thorough physical inspection of wear-and-tear items. A buyer should specifically examine the front suspension arms and coil springs for perished rubber, as these often fail on this model at these mileage figures. Given the usage pattern, checking the brake discs for excessive thinning and the calipers for binding is also essential. The chassis should be inspected for structural corrosion, particularly around the sills and mounting points, to ensure the high-mileage use has not led to accelerated degradation in harsh environments.