2016 Nissan Qashqai 1.5L Diesel · FV16 FFH

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance trend shows a worsening condition regarding the front suspension assembly. The most recent test in February 2026 at 61,725 miles resulted in an initial failure due to illegal tyre tread depths and multiple suspension defects. While it passed the retest one mile later after addressing the tyres, the tester left the vehicle with four significant advisories concerning the anti-roll bar ball joint, lower arm ball joint dust cover, and both track rod ends. This indicates that the front-end hardware is reaching the end of its service life. The mileage pattern is consistent with a ten-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 6,173 miles per year. Between the March 2023 test at 37,105 miles and the February 2026 test at 61,726 miles, the car covered roughly 24,600 miles, suggesting steady low-intensity usage. However, the low mileage has not prevented the inevitable degradation of rubber components, as evidenced by the 2023 report of perishing tyres and the persistent deterioration of the suspension dust covers. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the front suspension to assess the extent of play in the joints. The recurring issues with the track rod ends and ball joints suggest a comprehensive front-end overhaul may be imminent to prevent future MOT failures and uneven tyre wear. Additionally, the history of thin brake pads in both 2023 and 2024 indicates that the previous owner followed a reactive maintenance schedule. The buyer should verify the current thickness of the brake pads and discs to ensure no immediate expenditure is required shortly after purchase.