2015 Nissan Qashqai 1.2L Petrol · EU15 RTZ

This 2015 Nissan Qashqai presents an unusually clean MOT record, with five consecutive pass certificates spanning November 2021 through November 2025 and not a single advisory or defect recorded across the entire testing history. The most recent assessment on 21 November 2025 returned a clean pass, continuing a pattern of unbroken roadworthiness that demonstrates the vehicle has consistently met minimum statutory standards for tyres, brakes, lights, suspension, emissions, and structural integrity over the full testing window. The absence of advisories is notable on a vehicle approaching eleven years of age, as even well-maintained examples typically begin to flag minor wear items such as tyre tread approaching the legal limit, slight brake disc corrosion, or early surface corrosion on underbody components. This particular Qashqai, by contrast, has not so much as recorded an advisory note during its time on the test record, which is the strongest possible DVSA signal that the car has not deteriorated into the borderline zone on any tested item. At 32,976 miles over approximately eleven years, this Qashqai has averaged under 3,000 miles per year, which is well below the typical accumulation rate for a family crossover of this era and points toward light duty use, possibly restricted to short urban journeys or occasional weekend running. The mileage progression between tests is consistent and modest, with no suspicious gaps, clocking anomalies, or sudden large jumps that would warrant further investigation. Mechanically, low annual mileage of this nature tends to be kinder to high-wear drivetrain components such as clutch, gearbox synchros, and engine internals, while being harsher on items that degrade through disuse, including rubber seals, drive belt flexing, brake caliper slide pins, and exhaust mounting rubbers that can seize when seldom exercised. The lack of recorded defects across all five tests suggests these age-related concerns have not yet crossed into MOT failure territory, though they remain worth considering in any used-car inspection. For a prospective buyer, the practical priority is to verify the mechanical condition independently rather than rely solely on the immaculate MOT history, because annual mileage of this level often masks deterioration that develops between tests. On a test drive, pay particular attention to the braking system: with light use the front discs and pads can develop lip corrosion, and the caliper guide pins may bind, producing a faint pull to one side under light pedal pressure or a grinding sensation on the first application after the car has been standing. Listen for any clonks or knocks from the front suspension over speed humps and uneven road surfaces, as worn lower wishbone bushes and anti-roll bar drop links are common Qashqai complaints that can develop even at modest mileage. Inspect the underside for surface corrosion on the rear axle beam and subframe mounting points, areas that often appear in MOT advisories on older Qashqais, and check that the exhaust system is firmly mounted given the propensity for rubber hangers to perish on lightly used vehicles. Finally, given that no specific component has been flagged by the tester, a general but thorough inspection of age-related items is warranted. Examine the condition of the timing chain or auxiliary drive belt, the latter typically requiring replacement at six to eight year intervals regardless of mileage. Verify that all tyres are of matching age and check the sidewalls for cracking, as tyres older than six years from their date stamp can harden and lose grip even with adequate tread depth. Confirm that the air conditioning system blows cold, as prolonged inactivity tends to cause refrigerant pressure loss through seals, and test that the infotainment and parking sensors function correctly, as electrical gremlins on the Qashqai's CAN-bus system are a known weak point. The DVSA record indicates a car that has remained mechanically compliant throughout its life, and with a proper physical inspection this Qashqai should prove to be a sound low-mileage example of its model.