2013 Nissan Qashqai 1.6L Petrol · DP13 DTV

The vehicle currently presents a stable roadworthiness status, following a period of intermittent mechanical failures. The most recent test in November 2025 at 57,004 miles passed with no defects or advisories recorded, indicating that any previous issues identified annually have been successfully rectified. While the history shows two instances of failure, the trend toward clean passes suggests that the current owner is proactive in addressing identified mechanical faults to maintain DVSA standards. The mileage profile is notably low for a 13-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 4,385 miles per year. Between November 2023 at 49,003 miles and the 2024 test at 52,952 miles, the car covered only 3,949 miles. This low annual usage typically implies less wear on the drivetrain and engine components, but it also increases the risk of age-related degradation in rubber parts, such as suspension bushes, and potential caliper seizing if the vehicle has sat stationary for extended periods. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the specific areas that caused the failures in 2023 and 2024, although the provided data does not detail the exact nature of those faults. Given the low mileage, it is vital to check for structural corrosion on the underbody and exhaust system, which can affect older vehicles regardless of distance driven. Examine the brake discs for deep pitting and the tyres for sidew-all cracking, as low-use vehicles often suffer from uneven tyre wear and material rot over time.