2011 Nissan Qashqai 1.6L Petrol · GU61 FZE

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, following a clean MOT pass in November 2025 at 131,610 miles. The maintenance trend shows signs of improvement after a period of significant mechanical neglect in 2023. While the 2023 failure revealed multiple systemic issues, the lack of defects in the most recent test indicates that the previous owner addressed the pressing mechanical faults and has since maintained the vehicle to a standard. At 131,610 miles over 15 years, the Qashqai averages approximately 8,774 miles per annum, which aligns with typical UK usage for its age. The record shows consistent usage patterns, with 11,817 miles driven between September 2023 and October 2024, and another 8,675 miles between October 2024 and November 2025. This regular interval suggests the car has not sat stationary for long periods, which generally helps prevent the premature degradation of rubber-based components and seals. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the front-end suspension and drivetrain mounts. The September 2023 test highlighted multiple failures in the anti-roll bar linkage, track rod ends, and suspension arm ball joints, alongside a defective central gearbox mounting. Although these were rectified to pass the subsequent test, the density of these faults suggests high wear rates on the front steering and suspension geometry. Check for any remaining play in the steering or knocks over uneven surfaces which would indicate these components are failing again. Tyre condition also requires scrutiny. The record from the 2024 test specifically noted a nearside front tyre worn on the edge, which often points to an alignment issue or worn shock absorbers. Given the age and mileage of the vehicle, the buyer should verify for even wear across all tyres and ensure that the previous suspension issues have not led to recurring uneven wear of the rubber assembly.