2012 Nissan Qashqai 1.6L Petrol · KY12 ACX

The vehicle presents a stable and clean roadworthiness profile, evidenced by the most recent MOT pass on 18 February 2026 at 83,663 miles. The absence of any recorded defects or advisories during the last three annual inspections suggests that the vehicle has been maintained to a high standard. While the record shows two separate failures in 2024 and 2025, these instances appear to be administrative or procedural anomalies rather than mechanical issues, as both were immediately rectified with clean passes within a few days of the initial test. The recorded mileage of 83,663 over a fourteen-year period averages approximately 5,976 miles per annum, which is notably low for a vehicle of this age. This consistent, light usage pattern indicates that the car has not been subjected to the heavy wear typically associated with high-mileage fleet or motorway use. The steady accumulation of roughly 2,000 to 3,000 miles per year between 2024 and 2026 confirms that the vehicle remains in regular, active service rather than suffering from prolonged periods of inactivity that can often lead to seized components or perished rubber seals. Prospective buyers should focus their physical inspection on the condition of the suspension bushes and the integrity of the exhaust system, as these components often deteriorate on lower-mileage vehicles that have spent significant time stationary. Although the MOT history is clean, check the brake discs for signs of surface corrosion or pitting, which can occur when a vehicle is driven infrequently. Inspect the underside of the chassis for any early-stage surface rust, particularly around the subframe mounts, to ensure that the lack of MOT advisories reflects genuine structural health rather than a lack of thorough inspection during previous tests.