2022 Nissan Qashqai Tekna DIG-T Mhev CVT 1.3L Hybrid electric (clean) · GF72 KBJ

A single DVSA test on 28 October 2025 produced a clean pass with no advisories or failures recorded, giving this Qashqai a presently unblemished roadworthiness record. With only one examination on file and no prior defects to interrogate, there is no historical pattern of brake, suspension, corrosion or lighting concerns to raise immediate red flags. That said, a single clean test on a four year old vehicle provides only a narrow window into its mechanical condition; a prospective buyer should treat the MOT history as an absence of negative data rather than positive proof of long term soundness, particularly around the chassis, underbody and brake components which are not always rigorously inspected at low mileage. The recorded odometer reading of 23,196 miles against a 2022 registration equates to an average annual accumulation of roughly 5,799 miles, which is well below the typical 8,000 to 12,000 miles covered by privately used family vehicles of this class. This lower than average utilisation means wear on friction items such as brake pads, discs and clutch components has been modest, and the CVT transmission, turbocharger and stop start mild hybrid system have been spared extended thermal and load cycling. However, the trade off with such low annual mileage is the potential for standing time, whether through short journey commuting, extended parking periods or seasonal use, which can accelerate certain issues including surface corrosion on exposed underbody components, dried and cracked rubber seals, oxidation inside the brake disc friction surfaces and possible moisture accumulation in the engine oil and CVT fluid. A thorough dipstick inspection of oil colour and level, along with a careful look beneath the bonnet for any signs of oil residue or weeping gaskets, is therefore worthwhile. Given the test record contains no specific component advisories, buyer guidance must focus on areas commonly affected on Qashqais of this generation that may simply not have surfaced at the single recorded test. On a road test, listen for any clonking or knocking from the front suspension over uneven surfaces, which could point to worn anti roll bar links, lower arm bushes or top mount bearings; these are known wear items on MHEV Qashqais. Steering should feel precise without looseness or vibration, and any pulling to one side under steady cruising would warrant investigation. Brake pedal feel should be firm and progressive; check for any grinding, juddering through the steering wheel or pulling, and inspect the discs on both sides for prominent lipping or rust ridges, particularly given the possibility of standing time encouraging corrosion. From a standstill, observe the behaviour of the auto start stop system, which is a frequent source of minor electrical gremlins on the 1.3 DIG-T mild hybrid drivetrain, and verify the dashboard displays no warning lights relating to the hybrid battery, emissions or CVT transmission during a warm idle. Underneath the vehicle, a careful inspection with a torch is advisable, looking at the front subframe mounting areas, brake and fuel pipes, and the exhaust downpipe and heat shield for any early surface rust which, while not yet MOT significant, would be consistent with the mileage and useful for predicting future advisories. Inspect all tyres for even tread wear across the axle, as uneven wear can hint at tracking, alignment or suspension geometry issues that may have developed quietly given limited mileage accumulation. Check the operation of all electrical ancillaries including the infotainment system, reversing camera, LED headlamp alignment and climate control, as these are common fault points. Finally, request evidence of any scheduled servicing, particularly the CVT fluid change interval recommended by Nissan, as low mileage does not exempt the transmission from fluid degradation and any lapses here would represent a significant future cost that the otherwise clean MOT history would not reveal.