2018 Nissan Qashqai 1.2L Petrol · GE64 BOY

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance trend shows a clear decline into neglect. While it passed its most recent test in June 2026, it failed immediately prior with multiple critical safety defects involving tyres, steering, and braking components. Although these issues were rectified for the re-test, the presence of a missing offside front steering rack gaiter and thin brake pads indicates that reactive maintenance is being performed after failure rather than through preventative servicing. The mileage pattern is consistent with an eight-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 8,600 miles per year. There was a significant gap of over 15,000 miles between March 2024 and June 2025, followed by another 13,000 miles in the final year. While the total mileage remains relatively low for the age, the rapid accumulation of faults in the most recent interval suggests that the vehicle may be experiencing accelerated wear on consumable parts during these longer trips. A prospective buyer should conduct a thorough physical inspection of the front suspension and steering system, as the history has flagged issues with the anti-roll bar linkage and a damaged steering rack gaiter. The recurring artwork wear on the inner edges suggests a persistent alignment issue or incorrect geometry that needs professional adjustment to prevent rapid tyre degradation. The rear brake pads and exhaust system should also be verified to ensure the previous leaks and thinning components have been properly addressed and not merely masked.