2019 Nissan Qashqai 1.3L Petrol · EU19 LLE

The most recent DVSA MOT test for this 2019 Nissan Qashqai was conducted on 12 August 2025 and resulted in a pass with no defects or advisories recorded. Looking at the broader test history, the vehicle has demonstrated a stable maintenance trend, having passed on four successive occasions, with only a single failure noted on 14 August 2023. Notably, that failure appears to have been rectified promptly, as the vehicle returned just three days later on 17 August 2023 and passed cleanly with no advisories. The absence of any recurring advisories or defect categories across five tests suggests the car has been mechanically well maintained or has simply not been subjected to the wear typically associated with higher annual mileage. The clean record provides confidence in the core tested components such as brakes, suspension, tyres, lighting, and emissions. Regarding mileage, this Qashqai has accumulated just 12,074 miles over approximately seven years, equating to an average of around 1,725 miles per year. This is significantly below the typical annual usage of 8,000 to 12,000 miles expected for a family SUV of this type, indicating that the vehicle has either been used very sparingly, perhaps for short local journeys, or has spent substantial periods standing idle. Such low annual mileage can be a mixed blessing. On one hand, wear on major mechanical components such as the clutch, drivetrain, and high-mileage engine internals is likely minimal. On the other hand, prolonged standing can accelerate deterioration of certain age-sensitive items such as brake discs corroding on the surface, brake calipers seizing due to infrequent operation, rubber seals and bushes drying out, and the 12-volt battery losing capacity through repeated shallow discharge cycles. Given the clean MOT record and low usage profile, prospective buyers should focus their inspection on components that degrade with age rather than mileage. On a physical inspection, check the tyres carefully for sidewall cracking or perishing from age, as rubber compounds deteriorate regardless of tread depth on low-use vehicles. Inspect the brake discs for visible surface rust, and on a test drive listen for any scraping or binding noises that might indicate seized caliper pistons or handbrake mechanisms. Verify the 12V battery's state of health, particularly if the car has been left standing, and confirm whether it has been recently replaced. Examine the condition of suspension bushes, anti-roll bar links, and coil springs for any dryness or cracking, and check under the bonnet for perished hoses, dried seals, and the condition of the cambelt if applicable to the specific engine variant. Additionally, confirm the service history in detail, as low-mileage cars often suffer from extended oil and filter change intervals, which can lead to oil degradation and sludge accumulation. Finally, ensure that time-based fluid servicing has been carried out regardless of the odometer reading. Brake fluid should be renewed every two years due to its hygroscopic nature, engine coolant typically requires replacement at manufacturer-specified intervals, and the automatic or manual transmission fluid should be checked for condition. Verify the date stamps and mileage on any service invoices to ensure the previous owner has adhered to calendar-based servicing schedules rather than purely distance-based ones. A test drive should include varied road surfaces to detect any suspension clonks, brake shudder under heavy application, and to ensure the engine reaches operating temperature without warning lights appearing, as short journeys common with low-mileage vehicles can mask underlying issues such as failing thermostats, coolant leaks, or DPF concerns on diesel variants. Overall, the DVSA history is reassuring, but age-related checks are essential for a thorough evaluation of this particular Qashqai.