2016 Nissan Qashqai 1.2L Petrol · HV66 PLJ

The vehicle remains roadworthy but the maintenance trend shows a clear decline in front-end suspension integrity. While the most recent test in October 2025 at 47,328 miles passed, the tester identified severely deteriorated offside and nearside front suspension arm ball joint dust covers, alongside a worn nearside front arm pin or bush. This represents a shift from the clean record seen in 2023, indicating that components are now beginning to fail due to age. The mileage profile is notably low for a ten-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 4,700 miles per year. There is a significant gap in usage between the 2022 test at 40,996 miles and the 2023 test at 41,627 miles, where only 631 miles were covered in a year. This low annual mileage often correlates with the degradation of rubber components and surface corrosion, which explains the recurring rear brake disc issues noted in 2022 and 2024. A buyer must conduct a close inspection of the front suspension to ensure the ball joint covers flagged in 2025 have been replaced. The recurring history of pitted and scored rear brake discs suggests the vehicle sits stationary for long periods, allowing rust to form on the metal surfaces. You should check for current corrosion on the calipers and verify that the front arm bushings are not further cracking, as the low mileage has not prevented the natural perish of these rubber parts over the decade.