2014 Nissan Qashqai 1.2L Petrol · DP14 YCE

The 2014 Nissan Qashqai presents a stable maintenance trend, culminating in a clean pass on 15 October 2025 at 67,857 miles with zero defects recorded. The absence of any advisories or failures in the most recent test indicates the vehicle currently meets all required safety and emissions standards. A prior test on 14 October 2024 at 52,748 miles shows a failure, though notably no defects were recorded against it. This typically points to an aborted test, perhaps due to an empty fuel tank or an unrectified issue identified immediately prior to the inspection, rather than a mechanical fault. The subsequent pass the following day at 52,750 miles confirms the issue was resolved promptly. The recorded mileage of 67,857 miles over twelve years equates to an average of roughly 5,655 miles annually, which is exceptionally low for this vehicle type. The MOT history reveals a notable gap in testing between January 2023 and October 2024, during which the vehicle accumulated 13,238 miles. This suggests a sudden shift from potentially long periods of standing to more regular usage. The mileage progression is otherwise clean, with no discrepancies or rapid accumulations that would indicate rolling back or excessive wear. Despite the pristine MOT record, the exceptionally low annual mileage warrants a thorough physical inspection of components susceptible to deterioration from standing. Buyers should closely examine the condition of the tyres for sidewall cracking and flat spots, as low-mileage vehicles often suffer from age-related degradation rather than tread wear. Suspension bushes and coil springs require scrutiny for perishing, while brake discs and calipers must be checked for surface corrosion caused by lack of regular use. The exhaust system and structural underbody should also be inspected for corrosion, as short, infrequent journeys prevent the vehicle from reaching optimal operating temperature, accelerating moisture buildup and rust formation.