2017 Nissan Qashqai 1.6L Diesel · FP17 GVU

The vehicle currently sits in an unroadworthy state following a failed MOT on 1 April 2026 at 83,492 miles. While the previous three tests showed a clean record with no defects, the recent failure indicates a mechanical or safety issue that has not been addressed. The maintenance trend is currently unstable, as the vehicle moved from a period of perfect passes to a failure within just 14,000 miles of the last inspection. The mileage pattern remains consistent with typical UK-average usage, averaging approximately 9,277 miles per year. Between March 2024 and March 2025, the car covered 12,252 miles, showing a steady rate of use. The recent interval of 14,217 miles between March 2025 and April 2026 represents a slightly higher annual accumulation than average, which suggests the vehicle has not been stationary for long periods. This consistent usage puts predictable wear on components but explains the sudden failure after several years of zero-defect results. A buyer must investigate the specific reason for the failure in the April 2026 test, as the record provided does not list the recorded defects. Given the vehicle's age and mileage, a physical inspection of the suspension bushes and coil springs is necessary, as these are common failure points on the Qashai. The failure in 2023 at 45,008 miles, which was rectified immediately, suggests the previous owner was reactive to faults, but the current failure requires a thorough check for corrosion on the chassis or binding brake calipers before purchase.