2012 Nissan Qashqai 1.6L Petrol · EA62 WFO

The vehicle is currently in a precarious state of roadworthiness with a worsening maintenance trend. While it passed its most recent test on November 6, 2025, at 54,842 miles, this followed a failure five days prior. The record shows a pattern of neglecting basic maintenance, as the car failed on several simple items including a non-functional horn, incorrect headlamp aim, and an under-inflated tyre with a nail. Most concerning is the persistence of play in the steering rack inner joints, which has been flagged as an advisory since November 2024 and remains unresolved. The mileage is exceptionally low for a 14-year-old vehicle, averaging roughly 3,917 miles per year. The odometer reading moved from 30,532 miles in November 2019 to 54,842 miles by November 2025. This low usage suggests the car may have spent significant periods stationary, which often exacerbates the type of corrosion and rubber perishing seen in this history. A buyer must prioritize a thorough inspection of the chassis and suspension. The November 2025 test flagged corrosion on the front sub-frame, rear sub-frame, and both rear lower suspension arms. While the tester noted these were not yet seriously weakened, the presence of widespread structural rust combined with a gearbox oil leak indicates a lack of preventative care. The suspension has been a recurring failure point, with anti-roll bar linkages and suspension arm bushes failing in November 2023 and again in November 2025. The steering system requires immediate professional scrutiny. The track rod ends have been flagged since 2018, and the steering rack inner joint play has persisted for two years. This suggests a pattern of repairing only the bare minimum to pass a test rather than addressing the root cause of mechanical wear. The repeated failures on tyre tread and sidewall integrity further confirm a reactive rather than proactive approach to vehicle upkeep.