2016 Nissan Qashqai 1.6L Diesel · KY16 FJD

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history indicates a trend of reactive repairs rather than proactive upkeep. The most recent test in April 2026 at 80,854 miles passed despite a noted damaged nearside front inner track rod end ball joint dust cover. This follows a period of instability in early 2025 where the car failed due to a fractured offside rear coil spring and multiple other defects. While the vehicle has passed subsequent tests, the recurrence of suspension issues suggests that components are only addressed once they reach failure thresholds. The mileage pattern is consistent with a ten-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 8,000 miles per year. Between April 2024 at 71,387 miles and April 2025 at 76,968 miles, the car covered roughly 5,600 miles, a steady accumulation suggesting regular road use. There is no evidence of long periods of standing or sudden mileage spikes, which explains the gradual degradation of rubber components and suspension bushes noted in the record. A buyer must conduct a close physical inspection of the front and rear suspension geometry. The history shows a worn offside front lower suspension arm bush in 2025 and a fractured coil spring in the same period, so the buyer should check for further play or tearing rubber. The rear shock absorber, which previously showed light misting of oil, should be monitored for signs of more active leaking. Additionally, the 2024 advisory regarding corroded suspension components necessitates a thorough check of the subframe and mounting points to ensure surface rust has not progressed into structural decay.