2009 Nissan Qashqai 2.0L Petrol · GL09 JXT

The vehicle most recently passed its MOT on 29 October 2025 following a failure recorded just two days earlier on 27 October 2025. The absence of any defect entries on either occasion is notable, particularly given the immediate retest pattern, which suggests an item was addressed between the two visits without being formally recorded as a defect or advisory on the pass certificate. With three consecutive passes across 2023, 2024, and 2025, and no advisories or failure items documented in any of the recent tests, the maintenance trend appears stable. It would be prudent, however, to obtain the actual test certificate or confirmation from the testing station regarding what remedial work was carried out between the failed and passed tests in October 2025, as well as any advisory items that may have been issued verbally or recorded on the previous certificates, to ensure no significant components were replaced at short notice. The recorded mileage of 122,618 miles over approximately seventeen years equates to an annual usage of around 7,200 miles, which is broadly typical for a vehicle of this age and consistent with a mix of urban and short-to-medium distance commuting. There are no significant gaps or unusually rapid mileage accumulation evident in the MOT history itself, as the recorded odometer readings are only available at test dates, but the steady annual rate suggests the vehicle has been in regular use rather than left standing for extended periods. For a Nissan Qashqai of this age and mileage, the mechanical implications centre on wear to the clutch, dual mass flywheel if fitted, suspension components, and engine ancillary items, all of which should have been subjected to normal service intervals throughout the vehicle's life. Given the clean MOT record with no advisories, the prospective buyer should focus on age and mileage related deterioration that may not yet have reached failure thresholds but warrants close inspection. The 2009 Qashqai is well known for ageing suspension components, particularly the front and rear anti-roll bar bushes, lower control arm bushes, and coil springs, which can perish, split, or sag over time. On a test drive, listen for clonks or knocking over speed humps and uneven road surfaces, and inspect for uneven tyre wear which often indicates worn bushes or alignment issues. The exhaust system, particularly the rear section and mounting rubbers, is susceptible to corrosion on vehicles of this vintage, and a thorough check underneath the vehicle for surface rust, structural corrosion around wheel arches, sills, and subframe mounting points is essential. Brake discs and calipers can suffer from corrosion or binding when a vehicle is used for short journeys, so the buyer should check for smooth rotation, any roughness or juddering under braking, and verify the condition of the brake fluid which should be changed at least every two years regardless of mileage. Further practical checks should include a thorough inspection of all four tyres for age related sidewall perishing and cracking, as tyres older than six years from their DOT date code can degrade even with adequate tread depth, and a seventeen year old vehicle is likely to be on at least its second or third set. The 12 volt battery should be tested under cranking conditions, as frequent short trips and the age of the vehicle often lead to premature battery failure, and a voltage drop test will confirm its state of health. Inspect the engine bay and undertray for any signs of fluid leakage from the cam chain area, as the 1.5 and 1.6 dCi and petrol engines fitted to this generation of Qashqai can suffer from oil leaks from the rocker cover gasket, oil filter housing, and timing chain area. Verify the service book stamps or digital service history to confirm that cambelt replacement has been carried out at the recommended interval, typically every five years or 60,000 miles for the diesel variants, as a neglected cambelt on a high mileage Qashqai can result in catastrophic engine damage. Finally, check the operation of all electrical systems including the air conditioning compressor clutch, electric windows, and the panoramic roof if fitted, as these are common failure points on this model.