2012 Nissan Qashqai 1.6L Petrol · EN12 SVO

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile with a consistent history of passes in recent years. The most recent test conducted on 3 November 2025 at 65,173 miles resulted in no defects, indicating that the car currently meets the minimum safety standards. This follows a period of clean inspections in 2024 and 2022, suggesting that the previous owners have maintained the vehicle to a standard that avoids recurring mechanical failures. The mileage pattern is notably low for a 14-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 4,655 miles per year. The record shows steady usage intervals, such as the 5,336 miles driven between the October 2024 and November 2025 tests. While the low mileage generally reduces wear on the drivetrain and engine, it can sometimes lead to dry seals of components. The single failure on 19 October 2023 at 54,588 miles, followed by a pass the very next day, indicates a minor issue that was rectified immediately without suggesting deep mechanical neglect. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on components that degrade with age rather than just distance. Rubber elements such as suspension bushes, coil springs, and tyre boots may show signs of cracking or perish despite the low mileage. Given the vehicle's age, check the brake discs for corrosion or binding calipers which often occur during long periods of standing. The MOT history shows no structural corrosion advisories, but a close look at the underside for sills and arches remains necessary for any Nissan of this era.