2010 Nissan Qashqai 1.5L Diesel · EO10 MLX

A history of intermittent and severe safety failures defines this vehicle's roadworthiness record, despite a clean pass achieved on 9 March 2026. The record is marked by a significant failure in February 2024 involving dangerous defects across the braking system, lighting, and tyre tread, followed by major suspension component failures in March 2025. This pattern indicates that the vehicle has required substantial corrective work to meet minimum legal standards in recent years. The recorded mileage of 94,843 miles is low for a sixteen year old vehicle, averaging approximately 5,928 miles per year. Such a usage profile suggests the car has not been subjected to the heavy wear associated with long-distance commuting, but it may be more susceptible to the degradation of rubber-based components due to age and potential periods of standing. This is evidenced by the failure of the nearside front suspension arm ball joint and rear bush in 2025. During a test drive, specific attention should be paid to the front suspension and steering response. Listen for knocking or clunking sounds when traversing uneven surfaces or during low-speed manoeuvring, which would indicate that the previously replaced nearside front suspension arm ball joint or rear bush is again deteriorating. The braking system should be evaluated for consistency; given the history of dangerously thin rear pads in 2024 and thin front pads in 2025, any vibration through the pedal or a soft feel should be noted. Further inspection should confirm the current state of the anti-lock braking system and exhaust emissions, both of which caused failures in early 2024. Ensure the ABS warning lamp extinguishes fully after starting the engine and that there is no abnormal smoke or hesitation during acceleration. Finally, a physical check of all tyre tread depths is necessary, as the vehicle has a recorded history of tyres wearing below the legal limit on both the nearside front and offside front.