2015 Nissan Qashqai 1.5L Diesel · KU65 YHD

The vehicle remains roadworthy, but the maintenance trend shows a shift toward developing mechanical wear after several years of clean records. The most recent test in July 2025 at 63,306 miles identified deterioration in the front lower suspension arm ball joint dust covers and slight play in the steering rack inner joints. While these issues did not cause a failure, they indicate that the steering and suspension components are beginning to age and require proactive monitoring, following a period of relative stability. The mileage profile is notably low for an eleven-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 5,755 miles per year. There is a significant gap between 2021 and 2022 where the car covered only 9,675 miles, followed by a consistent increase of roughly 7,000 miles annually thereafter. This low annual usage explains the recurring issues with rubber-on-metal degradation, such as the repeated reports of tyre perishing and cracking noted in 2023 and 2024, which are common symptoms of vehicles that sit stationary for extended periods rather than being driven frequently. A buyer must conduct a thorough inspection of the front suspension and steering system to assess if the rack inner joints have developed beyond a slight play. The history of pitted brake discs and thin pads in 2023 and 2024 suggests that brake maintenance may have been reactive rather than performed on a strict scheduled intervals. Furthermore, the corroded exhaust noted in 2023 warrants a physical check of the system's structural integrity to ensure corrosion has not progressed into significant thinning. Given the history of perishing tyres due to low mileage, checking for sidewall cracking on the current set is essential before purchase.