2018 Nissan Qashqai 1.5L Diesel · J27 TAR

The vehicle is currently roadworthy following a pass on June 12, 2026, 75,699 miles. However, the maintenance trend shows a sudden decline evidenced by a significant failure just one day prior. The tester flagged an inoperative or malfunctioning engine management light alongside dual failures on both the nearside and offside front lower suspension arm ball joint dust covers. While these issues were rectified to secure the subsequent pass, they indicate a lapse in pre-test inspection standards. The mileage pattern remains consistent with typical light-use cycles, averaging approximately 9,462 miles per year over the eight-year period. The record shows steady progression between annual tests, moving from 54,223 miles in June 2023 to 75,699 miles in 2026. This regularity suggests the vehicle has not suffered from long periods of inactivity, though the sudden appearance of suspension wear at 75k miles suggests rubber components are now reaching the end of their functional life despite the relatively low mileage. A buyer must specifically inspect the front suspension assembly in person to ensure the ball joint covers replaced after the June failure have been fitted correctly. Since both front sides failed simultaneously, the buyer should check for further degradation of adjacent bushings or play in the steering rack. The reported engine management light failure also requires a diagnostic scan to confirm that the fault which triggered the June 2026 failure has been properly cleared and not merely masked, as a persistent MIL light indicates unresolved underlying electronic or sensor issues.