2010 Nissan Qashqai 1.5L Diesel · DY60 UOC

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance history reveals a pattern of reactive repairs rather than proactive care. While the most recent test in September 2025 at 137,820 miles passed, it followed a failure just two miles prior due to a split nearside front CV boot and a failed registration plate lamp. This suggests the owner only addresses mechanical faults when they threaten an MOT failure, a trend evidenced by the multiple previous failures where components were left to deteriorate between testing intervals. At 137,820 miles over 16 years, the Qashqai averages approximately 8,600 miles per year, which is consistent with typical UK usage for a vehicle of this age. The record shows steady mileage accumulation, with roughly 7,300 miles covered between November 2023 and May 2024, and another 7,000 miles between May 2024 and September 2025. This consistent usage indicates the car is driven regularly but puts expected strain on wear-related components. A buyer must conduct a thorough inspection of the structural integrity and suspension geometry. The 2023 test flagged both the front and rear sub-frames as corroded, and the 2024 records noted corrosion on the rear lower arms. Although these were not classified as seriously weakened at the time, the presence of rust on load-bearing structures requires close monitoring. Furthermore, the history of play in track rod ends, suspension arm bushes, and the steering rack inner joints recorded at 130,813 miles indicates that the steering and suspension assembly is prone to significant wear and failure. The braking system and tyres also require scrutiny. The 2024 failure identified front brake discs and pads wearing thin, which should have been replaced before the subsequent test. The critical failure in May 2024 regarding a structurally compromised offside rear tyre with a bulge and exposed cords highlights a previous neglect of basic safety. Any buyer should check for uneven tyre wear across all four wheels to ensure that the alignment issues mentioned in previous advisories have been properly rectified.