2018 Nissan Qashqai 1.6L Diesel · FP67 WRO

The most recent DVSA MOT test for this 2018 Nissan Qashqai, conducted on 3 October 2025, resulted in a clean pass with no defects or advisories recorded. This represents a stable and positive maintenance trend, particularly given that the vehicle has now passed four consecutive annual tests. The earlier failure on 27 October 2022 appears to have been a technical or administrative issue, as no specific defects were recorded against that test result, and the vehicle passed cleanly when retested on the same date. The absence of any recurring advisories relating to suspension components, braking system wear, exhaust integrity, or structural corrosion over a four-year testing window strongly suggests that the vehicle has been conscientiously maintained and presented for test in sound mechanical condition. With 135,748 miles recorded on an eight-year-old vehicle, this Qashqai is accumulating mileage at approximately 16,968 miles per year, which is notably higher than the typical average for its class. Such consistent high usage places greater demand on consumable components, particularly brake pads and discs, tyres, the clutch assembly if fitted with a manual transmission, and drivetrain elements including CV joint boots and gaiters. There are no significant gaps in the recorded mileage progression, indicating the vehicle has been in regular service rather than left standing for extended periods. This is mechanically favourable in some respects, as cars used consistently tend to suffer less from corrosion induced by long-term inactivity, though high annual mileage accelerates wear on friction components and may necessitate more frequent servicing of oils and filters. Given the clean MOT history, prospective buyers should now focus on age and mileage related deterioration that may not yet have reached the threshold for test failure but warrants close inspection. The tyres should be carefully examined for signs of sidewall perishing and cracking, which is common on vehicles of this age even where tread depth remains adequate, and particular attention should be paid to any uneven shoulder wear that could indicate alignment issues or worn suspension components. A thorough test drive should include an assessment of the suspension over uneven road surfaces, listening for clonks or knocks from the front suspension bushes, anti-roll bar drop links, and coil springs, all of which are known wear items on higher-mileage Qashqais. The braking system should be evaluated for any pulling to one side, shudder under heavy application, or unusual pedal travel that might suggest binding calipers or corroded brake disc surfaces. The 12V battery is another priority consideration on an eight-year-old vehicle of this mileage profile, as original equipment batteries typically require replacement within this timeframe, particularly if the vehicle is used for predominantly short journeys. Buyers should verify the battery's age stamp and consider having a load test performed to confirm its state of health. Similarly, although not strictly MOT items, time-based fluid services should be confirmed through the service history, particularly the brake fluid, which degrades hygroscopically and should be replaced at intervals not exceeding two to three years regardless of mileage, and the coolant, which loses its corrosion-inhibiting properties over time. The air conditioning system, common fault area on Qashqais of this generation, should be tested for effective cooling performance, and any signs of oil leaks from the engine or transmission should be investigated with a under-bonnet inspection and a thorough check underneath the vehicle when raised.