2018 Nissan Qashqai 1.5L Diesel · DP67 NWH

The vehicle is currently roadworthy following a pass in February 2026, but the maintenance history reveals a trend of reactive rather than preventative care. The test on 10 February 2026 at 70,122 miles failed due to an excessively worn offside front suspension arm ball joint and a loose central rear heat shield. While these specific faults were rectified to secure a pass the following day, the recurring nature of tyre and brake advisories suggests that the owner only addresses components once they reach failure points or legal limit thresholds. The mileage pattern is consistent with an eight-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 8,700 miles per year. Between February 2023 at 42,677 miles and February 2026 at 70,123 miles, the car covered roughly 27,400 miles, indicating a steady rate of use. This moderate mileage suggests the vehicle has not been subjected to extreme stress, though it also does not hide the age of rubber components as evidenced by the perishing noted on the tyres. A buyer should closely inspect the suspension and braking systems, as the record shows repeated issues with ball joints, thin brake pads, and pitted discs across multiple years. The offside front wheel was noted as distorted in 2024, indicating a previous impact that should be checked for alignment issues or hidden hub-related damage. Furthermore, the persistent mention of cracking and perishing tyres between 2025 and 2026 suggests the tyres may be failing due to age rather than tread depth, necessitating a thorough visual check of the sidewalls.