2021 Nissan Qashqai N-Connecta DIG-T Mhev 1.3L Hybrid electric (clean) · DS71 FAA

A clean bill of roadworthiness has been maintained across the recorded testing history of this 2021 Nissan QashQai, with both documented MOT tests returning pass results free of advisories and the sole failure on record showing no defects. The most recent examination on 12 December 2025 confirmed continued compliance with DVSA standards, reinforcing the prior pass from 4 January 2025 and indicating a stable mechanical trajectory rather than any pattern of emerging wear. The one-day gap between the failed and passed tests on 3 and 4 January 2025 is characteristic of a minor advisory-level repair or administrative correction carried out immediately, rather than any meaningful structural concern. Overall, the absence of corrosion advisories, suspension flags, or brake wear notices across consecutive tests points to a vehicle that has not yet developed the typical mid-life deterioration expected of suspension linkages, exhaust hangers, or underbody components. With 41,946 miles accumulated over roughly five years, this QashQai averages approximately 8,389 miles per year, which sits comfortably within the expected band for a family crossover of this age and represents a moderate rather than arduous usage profile. There are no significant gaps in the testing record that would imply extended periods of standing, and the mileage progression between the two documented tests is consistent with steady annual driving. Mechanically, this kind of mileage accumulation tends to bring certain components into their wear window without yet requiring major replacement; brake discs and pads will be approaching but not necessarily at end-of-life, tyre wear should be evenly distributed if alignment is sound, and the mild hybrid 12V system and ancillaries should remain healthy given regular use rather than long idle spells. For a prospective buyer, the priority on a physical inspection should be to confirm that the cleanliness of the MOT record translates to genuinely sound underlying components, as advisories are not a legal failure point and may not always have been raised even where minor wear exists. Pay particular attention to the front suspension, especially the lower control arm bushes and drop links, listening for any clonks or knocks over speed humps and uneven road surfaces which would indicate play that has developed since the last test. On the test drive, test the brakes from a moderate speed to check for any judder through the pedal suggesting disc runout or uneven pad transfer, and verify that the steering pulls neither left nor right under braking, as pull under deceleration can indicate a binding caliper rather than simply a sticking slide pin. Also confirm that the mild hybrid system warning light illuminates and extinguishes correctly on ignition, as the 12V lithium-ion support battery and DC-DC converter are specific to this MHEV variant and worth verifying independently. Finally, inspect the underbody and inner wheel arches for any surface corrosion beginning to form, particularly around the rear subframe mounting points and the suspension spring seats, as these are common corrosion initiation sites on QashQais of this generation and would not yet be severe enough to appear on an MOT advisory list. Check the tyres for even shoulder wear across both axles, as uneven inner-edge wear on the front pair can indicate worn top mounts or camber shift. Confirm that all the MHEV-associated stop-start behaviour is functioning as intended, with smooth engine restarts and no hesitation when pulling away from a standstill, as any irregularity here could point to developing issues within the energy recovery or battery management system. With a clean MOT history and a sensible mileage profile, this vehicle should offer reliable service provided these targeted checks do not surface any hidden deterioration.