2016 Nissan Qashqai 1.5L Diesel · DN16 SHZ

A pattern of front suspension and tyre wear advisories has emerged over several MOT tests, with the most recent examination on 23 October 2025 returning a clean pass and no recorded defects. Prior to that, the October 2024 test noted that both front tyres were worn close to the legal limit and on their edges, alongside a sidewall cut on the nearside front tyre that did not reach the ply or cords. The same test flagged worn pins or bushes on both front suspension arms, with the offside front and nearside front components both identified as moving beyond acceptable tolerance but not yet resulting in excessive movement. These advisories reflect a recurring theme of front-end wear that a buyer should not overlook, particularly as the front suspension components were already showing degradation at relatively modest mileage. The vehicle has covered 68,937 miles over a ten-year lifespan, equating to an annual accumulation of approximately 6,894 miles. This rate sits broadly within the expected range for a family crossover of this age and indicates regular rather than excessive use. There are no significant gaps in the testing record that would suggest prolonged periods off the road, with tests conducted in 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, and 2025 providing continuous coverage. The mileage progression between tests appears steady, which means the wear patterns observed are consistent with normal daily driving rather than unusual usage that might have accelerated specific component fatigue. The front suspension geometry has been a consistent source of advisory entries, beginning with the nearside front wishbone bush noted as starting to split in March 2022 and progressing to worn arm pins and bushes on both sides by October 2024. On a test drive, a buyer should listen for clonking or knocking noises from the front end when traversing speed bumps or potholes, particularly over uneven surfaces where worn bushes allow metal-to-metal contact. Steering response should be evaluated for any vagueness, excessive play, or knocking felt through the rim during low-speed manoeuvres, as these are common symptoms of deteriorating front suspension linkages on this generation of Qashqai. The fractured offside rear coil spring recorded as a major failure in October 2024 should have been rectified at the time, but it warrants a visual inspection of the remaining springs for signs of corrosion pitting or sagging, as coil springs on vehicles of this age and mileage can suffer from progressive fatigue. The tyre wear pattern is equally worthy of attention, with multiple advisories recording edge wear and low tread across both front positions. This type of wear pattern often points to misalignment, worn suspension components, or simply aggressive driving inputs, and a four-wheel alignment check would be prudent. Brake disc corrosion was noted in March 2022, which is common on vehicles that undertake shorter journeys where the brakes do not reach sufficient temperature to dry the discs naturally; on a test drive, the buyer should expect some initial roughness or vibration from the brake pedal during the first few applications, particularly in damp conditions. The major failure relating to the offside front wing mirror indicator lens in October 2024 was a straightforward rectification, but it serves as a reminder that all exterior lighting and indicator functions should be verified during a viewing, including the high-level stop lamp and reversing lights. Overall, the recent clean pass is encouraging, but the recurring front suspension and tyre advisories indicate that these specific areas warrant close physical inspection before purchase.