2016 Nissan Qashqai 1.2L Petrol · EU66 OGJ

The vehicle presented for evaluation is a 2016 Nissan Qashqai with 77,782 miles recorded, and its most recent DVSA MOT test on 28 November 2025 resulted in a pass with no defects or advisories recorded. This clean outcome is supported by a consistent run of passes dating back to 2020, indicating that the vehicle has maintained a stable and compliant roadworthiness profile in the latter portion of its life. The only historical defect on file originates from an earlier test on 5 September 2019, where a near-side front headlamp aim was identified as too low and resulted in a failure, though this was corrected to allow a subsequent pass on the same date. A single advisory was also issued at that time regarding front brake pads wearing thin. Since no further advisories or defects have been recorded over six consecutive MOT tests, the overall maintenance trend appears stable and consistently managed, suggesting the vehicle has been kept in a roadworthy condition by its keeper. The recorded mileage of 77,782 over approximately ten years equates to an annual usage rate of around 7,778 miles, which is broadly typical for a vehicle of this age and segment. There are no significant gaps in the MOT record that would suggest extended periods of standing or storage, nor are there any sharp year-on-year mileage jumps indicative of unusually heavy use such as motorway commuting or commercial operation. This consistent, moderate usage pattern is mechanically favourable, as it tends to reduce the risk of severe time-based degradation whilst still providing sufficient running to keep mechanical components such as the drivetrain, brakes, and suspension in regular operation. The even accumulation also implies that wear-related servicing items are more likely to have been attended to on a sensible interval basis rather than neglected due to infrequent use. Given the clean MOT history over recent years and the moderate annual mileage, prospective buyers should focus their physical inspection on age-related degradation rather than outstanding wear defects. The 2019 advisory for front brake pad wear should not be considered a current concern, as six years of subsequent motoring will have introduced further wear, meaning the front pads and discs will almost certainly have been replaced or will now be due for renewed inspection. On a test drive, listen for any brake shudder under firm application, which would indicate warped or corroded front discs, and check for pulling to one side which could suggest a seizing caliper. Visually inspect the inner and outer surfaces of the front discs for a pronounced lip or visible scoring, and examine the pad material through the wheel spokes to assess the remaining friction thickness. Beyond the braking system, several age-appropriate checks are strongly advised for a ten-year-old Qashqai. Inspect the tyre sidewalls carefully for perishing or cracking, which is common on vehicles of this age even where tread depth remains adequate, and confirm that all tyres are of matching specification. Examine the underside, suspension arms, coil springs, and anti-roll bar bushes for surface corrosion or perished rubber, as these components deteriorate from calendar age regardless of mileage. Verify the production date of the 12V battery, as units beyond five years of age frequently exhibit reduced cranking performance, particularly in colder conditions. Check that coolant, brake fluid, and automatic transmission fluid if applicable have been serviced in line with time-based schedules rather than solely on mileage, and review the service book or digital history to confirm regular oil and filter changes at intervals appropriate to a vehicle of this vintage. Finally, ensure that the headlamp alignment, flagged in the 2019 failure, remains correctly adjusted, particularly if the vehicle has carried front-end loads or encountered minor impacts.