2010 Nissan Qashqai 1.5L Diesel · E22 CCB

A pattern of acute front-end wear defines this Qashqai's recent MOT record, with braking and suspension components flagged repeatedly across consecutive tests. The dangerous failure in February 2025 highlighted front brake pads worn below 1.5 mm, both front tyres below the legal 1.6 mm tread limit, and both front suspension arm ball joints classified as excessively worn. Although the subsequent test on the same date resulted in a pass, advisory items on the front discs being worn and tyres being on the legal limit suggest these items were marginal at best. The most recent pass on 9 March 2026 shows a stabilising picture with rear brake pads flagged as wearing thin and an offside rear tyre showing damage and perishing, alongside a minor inoperative registration plate lamp. Overall the trajectory is one of resolving the immediate safety defects but with ongoing advisory wear that warrants close attention. With a recorded mileage of 99,073 miles over approximately sixteen years, the vehicle averages around 6,192 miles annually, a rate consistent with standard commuting and errand use rather than heavy motorway accumulation. There are no extended gaps in testing and no abrupt mileage jumps between tests, indicating the car has remained in regular service rather than being laid up for long periods. This continuous usage means the major mechanical consumables have been worked steadily, with brake friction material, tyres, and front suspension joints all incurring expected wear for a vehicle of this age and mileage. The pattern supports a usage profile where components have been replaced as and when they reached end-of-service life rather than suffering from the long stationary periods that can degrade brake discs, seize calipers, and deteriorate rubber components prematurely. Given the documented front suspension arm ball joint wear on both sides, a prospective buyer should treat the front suspension as a priority inspection area. On a test drive, listen for clonking or knocking noises from the front end when traversing speed humps, potholes, or uneven surfaces, and feel for any vagueness or looseness in the steering response. With the brake discs previously noted as worn and pads approaching the end of their service life at recent tests, a thorough road test should include firm pedal application at low speed to detect any judder or pulsation through the pedal, which would indicate disc runout or uneven wear. Inspect the inner and outer faces of the front discs for lipping and check that the caliper slides move freely without binding, as neglected caliper slides accelerate pad wear unevenly. The rear brake pads currently flagged as wearing thin and the offside rear tyre showing damage and perishing are the most immediate items to budget for. Inspect the offside rear tyre sidewall carefully for cracks, bulges, or exposed cord, and confirm that the tread depth remains above the legal 1.6 mm threshold across the full width. Check the rear brake callipers for any signs of seizing, particularly after the car has been driven, and verify that the handbrake holds the vehicle securely on an incline. Finally, lift the bonnet and inspect the front subframe mounting areas, suspension arm bushes, and any visible brake lines for corrosion, as vehicles of this age and mileage in the UK climate commonly develop surface rust on ferrous suspension components. A pre-purchase inspection on a ramp is strongly advisable given the documented suspension joint wear, allowing a visual confirmation of the ball joint condition, bush integrity, and underbody corrosion before commitment.