2015 Nissan Qashqai 1.5L Diesel · HV15 AEU

The vehicle currently holds a roadworthy status following a successful MOT test in April 2026 at 114,280 miles. The maintenance trend indicates a stable but reactive ownership style. The pattern of immediate failures followed by passes is notable; in both March 2025 and March 2026, the vehicle failed its test within a few miles of the recorded mileage only to pass shortly thereafter. This suggests the previous owner addresses specific de-motoring-worthy items only when compelled by the DVSA tester, rather than following a proactive preventative maintenance schedule. The mileage accumulation is consistent with an eleven-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 10,389 miles per year. Between the April 2024 test at 104,815 miles and the April 2026 test at 114,280 miles, the car covered 9,465 miles over two years. This steady usage suggests regular operation which mitigates the risk of component seizure associated with long periods of standing still. However, the narrow interval between the March 2026 failure and the April 2026 pass indicates the car was driven just to the legal deadline before repairs were effected. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the components that likely triggered the recent failures, as the specific defects were not listed. Given the 114,000-mile mark, focus on the suspension bushes, control arms, and coil springs for signs of excessive wear or tearing. You should also check for corrosion on the structural subframe and exhaust mounting points, as these are common areas of degradation for a Qashqai of this age. The reactive nature of the history suggests that brake discs and pads may be nearing the end of their service life if they are only replaced upon inspection failure.