2014 Nissan Qashqai 1.5L Diesel · DX64 YEB

A pattern of suspension and tyre wear is the defining mechanical characteristic of this Qashqai's MOT history, with the 2026 test cycle exposing a cluster of deteriorating front suspension dust covers alongside pre-existing brake disc wear. The April 2026 test initially failed the vehicle on three major defects, all centred on perished or missing dust covers preventing dirt ingress on the offside front anti-roll bar linkage and both front suspension arm ball joints, before a same-day re-test reduced two of these to minor status once the nearside cover was addressed. The same test recorded advisories for pitted or scored front and rear brake discs and illuminated the Tyre Pressure Monitoring System warning, suggesting the braking surfaces are nearing a thickness threshold where replacement becomes the next logical step. Earlier failures and advisories reinforce the wear theme: a dangerous nearside front tyre with exposed ply or cords in March 2024, nearside front tyre edge wear in March 2023, and matching offside front edge wear advisories in September 2018 and November 2024, indicating persistent front-end geometry or inflation pressure concerns. With five tests recorded and two failures including one dangerous failure, the roadworthiness record is mixed rather than clean. Annual mileage works out at roughly 10,263 miles per year over twelve years, sitting close to the typical figure for a car of this age and indicating steady rather than exceptional use. The testing pattern reveals significant gaps: no recorded MOT between September 2019 and March 2023, and no test between November 2024 and April 2026. These intervals align with the statutory exemption from MOT testing for vehicles between three and forty years old in years when a test is not required, so the gaps are administrative rather than indicative of the car being off the road. Mechanically, the recorded accumulation is sufficient to expect normal consumable wear on items such as brake pads, discs, tyres, and suspension bushes, but it does not place the vehicle in the high-mileage bracket where premature failure of major drivetrain components becomes a statistical likelihood. The total of 123,161 miles is consistent with a car that has been used as a regular daily driver rather than one subjected to extreme continuous service. A prospective buyer should focus their pre-purchase inspection on the front suspension geometry and the condition of the brake discs, as these are the systems the MOT history has repeatedly flagged. The perished anti-roll bar linkage and lower arm ball joint dust covers noted in April 2026 are likely to have been rectified at the time of test, but the underlying wear on the joints themselves should be examined by rocking each front wheel with the car jacked and listening for clonking or feeling for play at the ball joints, as perished covers accelerate joint wear once dirt enters. On the road, expect to detect any remaining slack through knocking or rattling over speed humps and uneven surfaces, particularly from the front suspension. A bouncy or unsettled ride quality may indicate the coil springs or dampers are also approaching their service life at this mileage. The pitted and scored front and rear brake discs recorded in April 2026 warrant close attention. Test the brakes firmly from around 40 mph and feel for vibration or pulsation through the brake pedal, which would confirm the discs are now warped enough to require machining or replacement rather than just pad swap. Inspect the disc faces through the wheel spokes for a visible lip on the outer edge and deep scoring across the braking surface. The illuminated TPMS warning noted as an advisory should be investigated too, as it may point to a faulty wheel sensor rather than simply under-inflated tyres, and ask whether replacement sensors or a system recalibration has been carried out. Finally, check the front tyres closely for uneven shoulder wear on both inside and outside edges, as the repeated edge wear advisories suggest an underlying tracking or camber issue that may recur regardless of tyre replacement.