2011 Nissan Qashqai 1.6L Petrol · EY11 HWR

The vehicle presents a concerning roadworthiness profile with a history indicating a trend of deferred maintenance and reactive repairs. While it passed its most recent test in November 2025 at 129,446 miles, the record reveals a cluster of failures in late 2024. The persistence of issues like split drive shaft CV boots across both 2024 and 2025 tests suggests that mechanical components are only addressed when they reach failure points rather than through a preventative schedule. At 129,446 miles, this 15-year-old Qashqai averages approximately 8,630 miles per year, which is consistent with typical annual usage. However, the data shows a period of high activity between November 2023 (113,555 miles) and December 2024 (121,781 miles), where the vehicle covered over 8,000 miles in just thirteen months. This coincides with multiple MOT failures, indicating that the wear on consumables was accelerated during this specific interval. A buyer must prioritize a thorough inspection of the suspension, as the record shows noted corrosion on the rear suspension arms in 2025 and excessive wear on the front bushes in late 2024. The tester also flagged reduced damping on the nearside rear shock absorber in 2024, suggesting the suspension system is nearing its end. The braking system shows a history of pitted and scored discs alongside thin pads, indicating that the owner has frequently allowed components to run until they reached legal safety limits. The condition of the drivetrain requires close attention given that both inner drive shaft CV boots were flagged as severely deteriorated or split in the most recent 2025 test. Additionally, the recurring mention of perishing tyres and worn tread edges across multiple years suggests a pattern of maintenance that meets the bare minimum legal requirements rather than proactive care. A physical check of the chassis for structural rust is necessary to ensure the corrosion noted on the suspension arms has not progressed into structural weakness.