2017 Nissan Qashqai 1.2L Petrol · FE17 RHO

A pattern of recurring consumable degradation defines the structural and mechanical history of this Nissan Qashqai, which successfully secured a MOT pass on 25 February 2026 at 45,177 miles. While the vehicle avoids severe structural failures or corrosion flags, its test history reveals consistent attention needed on critical safety items, particularly braking components and tyre condition. The latest test highlights perishing on the front tyres alongside ongoing advisory notes, demonstrating a steady requirement for preventative maintenance rather than an entirely trouble-free roadworthiness record. Accumulating approximately 5,020 miles per year over its nine-year lifespan places this Qashqai well below the national average for annual mileage, indicating a lighter overall usage profile. This lower mileage accumulation means the vehicle has spent less time subjected to heavy motorway running, though shorter journeys can sometimes place specific thermal cycles on exhaust systems and components if the vehicle has frequently been driven cold. Mechanically, the reduced mileage has not shielded the car from standard wear-and-tear items, as evidenced by the frequency of brake and tyre advisories logged across consecutive years. Inspecting the vehicle requires a close examination of the braking system, given that the MOT history includes a dangerous failure in February 2025 for critically thin nearside rear brake pads alongside front pads noted as wearing thin. During a static inspection, check the condition of the brake discs for deep scoring or lips, and listen carefully during a test drive for any squealing, grinding, or a pulsating brake pedal that would indicate warped discs or binding calipers. Furthermore, verify that the braking performance is even and progressive, ensuring the vehicle pulls up in a straight line without a spongy pedal feel. Attention must also be paid to the tyres, following the advisories noted in both the 2025 and 2026 tests regarding perishing and cracking on multiple tyres. Inspect the sidewalls and tread blocks across all four corners for age-related degradation, minor cuts, or uneven wear patterns that could suggest poor wheel alignment or worn suspension geometry. While on the test drive, listen for any knocks or thumps from the suspension over rough road surfaces, and ensure the steering tracks straight without pulling, confirming that the linkages and anti-roll bar bushes remain in sound condition.