2014 Nissan Qashqai 1.6L Diesel · EU14 WOY

This twelve-year-old Qashqai presents a roadworthiness record dominated by two distinct safety-critical failures in 2020 and 2021, both involving the braking system and tyres, while every subsequent annual examination has returned a clean pass with no advisories recorded. The 2020 test recorded a dangerous defect for rear brake pad thickness below 1.5mm, and the 2021 attempt at the same annual check found both front tyres below the legal 1.6mm tread depth, rear tyres with perishing, and a major defect for excessive front service brake fluctuation. From the 2022 test onwards, however, the vehicle has passed five consecutive examinations without a single advisory, suggesting that the braking and tyre issues were addressed comprehensively at that point rather than representing an ongoing mechanical decline. The most recent MOT on 23 September 2025 returned a pass with no defects, continuing the stable post-2021 pattern. Recorded mileage of 130,924 miles across roughly twelve years equates to an annual accumulation of approximately 10,910 miles, which sits broadly in line with typical UK usage for a vehicle of this age and class. There are no unusual gaps in the testing history that would suggest prolonged periods off the road, nor any mileage inconsistencies between consecutive tests that might indicate clock irregularities or missed annual checks. The continuous annual testing pattern from 2020 through 2025, combined with steady mileage progression, points to a vehicle that has remained in regular service throughout its recorded life rather than suffering from long lay-up periods. At this accumulated mileage, mechanical wear on consumables and major drivetrain components is to be expected, but the absence of any structural or corrosion advisories over the past five test cycles is a notable feature of the record. For a prospective buyer, the priority areas to examine given its specific history are the braking system and tyres. The 2021 failure for front service brake fluctuation warrants particular attention on a test drive: this defect typically indicates issues such as a binding caliper, unevenly worn pads, a seized slider pin, or a warped or excessively worn front brake disc. During a road test, listen for any grinding or squealing from the front brakes, check for pulling to one side under firm braking, and feel for judder or vibration through the steering wheel or brake pedal. Inspect the front discs visually for lipping, scoring, or blueing at the edges, as these would confirm the need for disc refurbishment or renewal alongside pads. The recorded dangerous rear brake pad wear in 2020 also suggests confirming recent pad and disc condition at the rear, checking for any hydraulic fluid leaks from the calipers or wheel cylinders, and verifying that the handbrake holds firmly on an incline. Given the clean advisory history over the past five years with no recorded issues relating to suspension components, steering linkages, corrosion, exhaust integrity, or fluid leaks, a physical inspection can reasonably focus on confirming that the previously flagged items remain in good order rather than chasing unrelated defects. On a test drive, pay attention to any knocking or clonking from the front suspension over speed humps or uneven surfaces, which would indicate worn drop links, control arm bushes, or anti-roll bar bushes typical of a high-mileage Qashqai. Check for any warning lights on the dashboard, particularly for the ABS or brake systems, and verify that the steering remains centred and responsive without excessive play. Finally, confirm that all four tyres are matching in brand, size, and tread depth with no uneven wear across the axle, as the 2021 dangerous defect for sub-legal front tread indicates that tyre monitoring should be a recurring discipline with this particular car.