2008 Nissan Qashqai 1.6L Petrol · EK58 DBX

The vehicle is currently roadworthy following a clean pass in September 2025 at 100,601 miles. However, the immediate history reveals a pattern of reactive maintenance rather than proactive care. A significant failure in August 2025 just 12 miles prior indicated multiple critical engine management issues, including a malfunction warning light and excessive emissions. While the vehicle passed shortly after these faults were rectified, the frequency of electrical failures and exhaust defects suggests that the owner only addressed issues when necessary to pass the annual test. At 100,601 miles, this 18-year-old Qashqai averages a low average of approximately 5,600 miles per year. The data shows consistent but infrequent usage, with roughly 9,500 miles covered between June 2023 and August 2024, and another 6,800 miles in the year following that test. This low-mileage profile often leads to the degradation of rubber components and seals due to age rather than wear, which explains the recurring mechanical play noted in the record. A buyer must conduct a thorough inspection of the front suspension and braking system. The history shows persistent issues with track rod ends and anti-roll bar linkages, which were flagged for play and damage in both 2024 and 2025. The brakes have a documented history of fluctuating and lagging performance across multiple axles, likely indicating thin discs or sticking calipers. Furthermore, the 2023 report of corrosion on both front and rear suspension components requires a close look to ensure that surface rust has not progressed into deep structural decay of the chassis or mounting points.