2014 Nissan Qashqai 1.2L Petrol · EY64 ENN

The Nissan Qashqai presents a stable and improving maintenance trend, culminating in a notably clean bill of health. The most recent test on 2 April 2026 at 89,121 miles passed with zero defects recorded. This is a significant improvement over previous years. The 2024 test flagged play in the nearside front steering rack inner joint, a critical wear item that directly affects steering precision and vehicle control. The fact that this defect does not appear in the 2025 or 2026 records suggests the inner joint was replaced, resolving a potentially dangerous mechanical fault. The maintenance trajectory is clearly upward, moving from advisory wear items to a fully compliant pass. The mileage accumulation is consistent and typical for a 12-year-old vehicle. Between the 2022 test at 60,883 miles and the 2026 test at 89,121 miles, the vehicle covered 28,238 miles over four years, averaging roughly 7,060 miles annually. This is slightly below the overall lifetime average of 7,427 miles per year, indicating the current owner likely uses the vehicle for shorter, more local journeys rather than long motorway commutes. The mileage progression shows no suspicious gaps or sudden spikes, pointing to regular, continuous use rather than long periods of standing, which can cause brake seizure and flat-spotting on tyres. Despite the clean recent record, the historical advisories point to a vehicle that has endured typical wear on its front-end suspension and steering components. In April 2023, at 65,979 miles, the tester flagged a worn offside rear coil spring and deteriorated dust covers on both front track rod ends. While the dust covers were noted as still preventing dirt ingress at that time, deteriorated covers rarely self-repair. A prospective buyer should physically inspect the front track rod ends for excessive play and check the condition of the coil springs for any signs of sag, cracking, or corrosion. The 2025 advisory regarding an oil leak, even if not excessive at the time, warrants a thorough inspection of the engine and gearbox for fresh oil misting or dripping, particularly around the rocker cover gasket and oil cooler lines.