2008 Nissan Qashqai 1.6L Petrol · JT02 SYL

The vehicle currently holds a roadworthy status with a stable maintenance trend. While the most recent MOT test on 15 January 2026 at 170,021 miles passed with no defects recorded, it followed a failure just two days prior at 10 miles lower. This suggests the previous owner was motivated to rectify a minor non-compliance issue immediately to ensure the vehicle remained legal. Since the 2024 test, the car has passed consecutive inspections without recorded advisories, indicating that the mechanical and structural components have met minimum standards. The mileage pattern is consistent with an eighteen-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 9,446 miles per year. The record shows steady usage, with 8,200 miles covered between January 2024 and February 2025, and another 6,168 miles covered between February 2025 and January 2026. This regular interval suggests the vehicle has not suffered from long periods of standing, which is generally beneficial for engine seals and brake components. The total distance of 170,021 miles is high, but the lack of recurring failures in the history implies that the mileage-driven wear has been managed effectively thus far. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on high-wear components typical of this age and model. Given the high-mileage, a close look at the suspension arms, bushes, and coil springs is necessary to identify signs of perished rubber or fatigue. The structural integrity should also be verified for corrosion on the sills and rear mounting points, as these areas are prone to rust over nearly two decades. Although the MOT record is clean, the buyer should check for binding calipers or uneven brake disc thickness to ensure the braking system is not nearing the end of its functional life.