2012 Nissan Qashqai 1.5L Diesel · GV12 JWP

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance history reveals a consistent pattern of reactive repairs rather than proactive servicing. The most recent MOT in May 2022 at 187,400 miles passed with no defects, suggesting that previous issues were addressed at that time. However, because four years have passed since that last test, the vehicle is now overdue for testing and its current mechanical state is unverified. The trend shows a vehicle that has been maintained only when components reach the threshold of failure during inspection. The mileage profile is exceptionally high for a 14-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 13,400 miles per year. This indicates heavy annual use, likely long-distance motorway driving. Between April 2020 and April 2021, the car covered 10,028 miles in a single year, followed by another 11,084 miles between April 2021 and May 2022. This high rate of accumulation puts significant strain on the drivetrain, suspension, and braking systems, which is reflected in the recurring advis across the record. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the front suspension, as the record shows repeated failures of anti-roll bar ball joints and inner suspension arm bushes between 2020 and 2021. These components are prone to wear on high-mileage Qashqais and should be checked for play or perished rubber to ensure they have been replaced. The recurring mention of worn and pitted brake discs and pads in 2018, 2020, and 2021 suggests the owner waited until components are thin before replacing them. The oil leak noted in 2020 and 2021 also requires a close look to ensure it has not worsened into a significant leak that could compromise engine health.