2009 Nissan Qashqai 1.5L Diesel · FE09 FET

Aside from a solitary lighting fault, the 2009 Nissan Qashqai shows a clean MOT record, having passed its only documented test on 9 December 2021 with a single minor advisory concerning the nearside registration‑plate lamp. No structural, brake or emission failures appear in the history, indicating that, at least up to that date, the vehicle met the basic safety and environmental standards required for road use. At 136 467 miles the Qashqai averages roughly 8 000 miles per year, a mileage rate that sits comfortably within normal usage for a vehicle of its age. This level of accumulation suggests the drivetrain, suspension and tyre wear will be in line with typical wear patterns for a seventeen‑year‑old model, but it also means consumables such as brake pads, clutch components and tyre tread are likely approaching the latter stages of their service lives and should be inspected for remaining life. The nearside registration‑plate lamp being inoperative is the only recorded defect, so the first practical step is to verify that the bulb, socket and associated wiring are functional and that the lamp illuminates correctly when the vehicle is stationary and when the headlights are switched on. Replacing the bulb or repairing the circuit is a straightforward remedy, but confirming that the lamp’s operation is reliable under all lighting conditions is essential for legal compliance and safety. Given the mileage and age, a thorough road‑test should include listening for any clunking or knocking over bumps that could indicate worn suspension bushes or deteriorated coil‑spring mounts, feeling the brake pedal for any pulsation that might reveal thinning pads or warped discs, and checking for any steering pull that could point to alignment or tyre issues. Visual inspection of tyre tread depth, sidewall condition and even wear patterns, as well as a quick check of fluid levels and any signs of leaks around the engine bay, will help confirm that the vehicle’s wear is consistent with its recorded use and that no hidden defects have emerged since the last MOT.