2018 Nissan Qashqai 1.2L Petrol · GD67 WWE

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile following a successful MOT on 19 March 2026 at 84,151 miles. While the most recent test resulted in an initial failure, the issues addressed were specific to consumable wear and a single suspension component. The tester flagged a nearside front tyre with tread depth below 1.6mm and a nearside front lower suspension arm ball joint at risk of detachment. These faults were rectified to achieve the pass, indicating that the vehicle is currently compliant with minimum legal standards. The mileage accumulation appears consistent with typical usage for an eight-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 10,500 miles per year. The record shows a steady progression from 41,542 miles in November 2020 to the current 84,151 miles in March 2026. There are no significant gaps in the testing frequency, and the mileage increases suggest regular road use rather than long periods of inactivity. This consistent usage pattern generally supports the predictable wear of mechanical components. A recurring trend in the MOT history involves braking system maintenance. The vehicle failed in March 2025 at 70,769 miles due to thin offside front and rear brake pads, following a previous advisory for offside rear pads in March 2024 at 61,510 miles. An earlier failure in November 2020 also highlighted worn front brake pads. This pattern suggests that while the owner addresses these issues to pass the MOT, the braking components are frequently reaching the end of their service life. A prospective buyer should conduct a thorough physical inspection of the braking system, specifically checking the remaining thickness of the discs and pads to ensure they are not nearing another replacement interval. Given the recent failure of the nearside front lower suspension arm ball joint, a manual check of all suspension bushes and ball joints is advisable to ensure no further deterioration has occurred. Inspecting the tyres for uniform wear and checking for any signs of perishing, a minor issue noted in the March 2022 test, would also be prudent.