2016 Nissan Qashqai 1.2L Petrol · KM16 WCV

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance trend shows a worsening condition regarding the braking system. While the most recent test in March 2026 at 60,184 miles passed, the tester noted that rear brakes only just met legal imbalance requirements. This follows an advisory from March 2025 at 54,450 miles regarding thin rear brake pads, indicating that the owner has neglected routine brake servicing until the components reached the point of functional failure. The mileage pattern is consistent with a ten-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 6,000 miles per year. Between the March 2022 test at 40,196 miles and the March 2026 test at 60,184 miles, the car covered roughly 20,000 miles. This low annual usage generally suggests less wear on the drivetrain and engine, but it also increases the likelihood of rubber components and suspension elements perishing due to age rather than mechanical friction. A buyer must conduct a thorough inspection of the rear braking assembly to ensure the imbalance is not caused by a sticking caliper or a perished slider. The 2023 failure for deteriorated front suspension arm ball joint dust covers suggests that the vehicle is prone to rubber component degradation, so the buyer should check all suspension bushings and boots for cracks or tearing. Additionally, the deteriorated rear registration plate noted in the 2026 test requires replacement to avoid a future failure.