2007 Nissan Qashqai 1.5L Diesel · DS07 FPU

The 2024‑11‑16 MOT at 134,544 miles resulted in a pass, but the tester flagged binding near side front service brakes and an oil leak not excessive, confirming the Qashqai remains roadworthy while carrying advisories that suggest ongoing mechanical concerns. Repeated occurrences of binding brakes, excessive play in track rod ends, and corroded brake pipes across the 2023‑2024 series indicate a stable but deteriorating condition rather than improvement. The vehicle has accumulated roughly 7,000 miles per year since 2017, rising from 82,341 miles in 2017 to 134,544 miles in 2024, a steady increase with no long stationary periods evident. The jump from the December 2023 failed test at 132,261 miles to the November 2024 passed test at 134,544 miles represents only 2,283 miles in eleven months, indicating relatively light use in that interval, whereas the earlier rise from 120,819 miles in April 2022 to 132,261 miles in December 2023 shows an accumulation of 11,442 miles over eight months, reflecting a period of higher mileage accumulation. A buyer should therefore inspect the suspension geometry, paying close attention to the near side and off side track rod end ball joints, anti‑roll bar linkages and rear suspension bushes for excessive or slight play, and verify that the near side front service brake is not binding excessively. The history shows repeated corrosion of brake pipes and wear on brake discs and pads, so the condition of the braking system and the integrity of the front sub‑frame rust spots must be examined. Persistent tyre wear close to the legal limit and the recurring oil leak also merit a detailed visual and functional check to assess whether maintenance has been neglected.