2012 Nissan Qashqai 1.6L Diesel · EX12 CCF

The vehicle most recently passed its MOT on 21 October 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded, continuing an unbroken run of clean test passes stretching back through April 2025, May 2024, May 2023, and May 2022. Five consecutive pass results with zero advisories is a notably strong indicator of consistent upkeep, particularly for a vehicle of this age, and suggests that the owner has been attentive to wear items such as tyres, brakes, suspension components, and lighting. While a clean MOT history is reassuring, it should be noted that the MOT is a minimum roadworthiness standard at the point of test and does not cover internal engine condition, service history authenticity, or non-tested items such as the clutch, cambelt service interval, or air conditioning performance, all of which warrant independent verification on a pre-purchase inspection. With a recorded mileage of 91,857 miles over approximately 14 years, the vehicle has covered an average of around 6,561 miles annually, which sits squarely within the typical usage band for a Qashqai of this generation. This average rate implies neither excessive motorway mileage nor extended periods of standing, both of which present distinct mechanical concerns. The relatively even annual distribution suggests the vehicle has been in regular use, which is generally beneficial for keeping seals lubricated, brake surfaces free from severe corrosion, and the battery maintained through regular charging cycles. A prospective buyer should still cross-reference the recorded mileages against the MOT certificates and service documentation to confirm consistency and to ensure that the odometer reading is supported by a clear paper trail. Given the clean MOT record, age-appropriate physical checks become the priority during a pre-purchase inspection. The tyres, although likely replaced periodically given the test history, should be examined for age-related perishing and cracking on the sidewalls, as rubber compounds deteriorate through UV exposure and oxidation regardless of tread depth. Brake discs, even if within MOT limits, may exhibit corrosion ridges or lipping from accumulated mileage, and the calipers should be checked for smooth operation and freedom from binding, particularly if the vehicle has seen periods of short-trip use. The 12V battery is a common failure point on vehicles of this age and should be load-tested rather than merely voltage-checked, while the coolant, brake fluid, and automatic transmission fluid (if applicable) should be inspected for degradation, as these are time-served rather than mileage-served items that may have been overlooked if the vehicle has only received annual MOTs without interim servicing. On a test drive, particular attention should be paid to the suspension for any clonks or knocking from worn anti-roll bar bushes, drop links, or strut top mounts, all of which are known wear items on the Qashqai and would not necessarily trigger an MOT failure until significantly deteriorated. Listen for any drivetrain whine or bearing rumble that increases with speed, and check for steering vagueness or vibration that may indicate worn wishbone bushes or track rod ends. The clutch should be assessed for slipping under load, and the gearbox for smooth selection across all gears. Given the mileage, it is also prudent to verify whether the timing chain (this generation typically uses a chain rather than a belt) has been inspected for stretch, and to confirm that the diesel particulate filter (if a dCi model) has been regularly exercised on longer journeys to prevent soot accumulation. A compression test and full service history verification would provide additional confidence in the mechanical integrity of this otherwise well-presented example.