2018 Nissan Qashqai 1.5L Diesel · L999 LGD

A recurring pattern of front-end suspension wear characterised by deteriorating lower arm bushes and oil-misting shock absorbers defined the record between 2024 and 2025. While the latest test on 23 April 2026 was passed without any defects or advisories, the preceding two years showed a consistent trend of wear in the front suspension linkages and damping units. This transition from a clean record in 2022 and 2023 to multiple advisories, followed by a clean result in 2026, indicates a cycle of component degradation and subsequent potential rectification. The recorded mileage of 106,015 miles is high for an eight-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 13,252 miles per year. This level of usage implies a higher rate of wear on drivetrain components, braking systems, and chassis consumables compared to a lower-mileage equivalent. The consistency of the annual testing intervals suggests the vehicle has remained in active service without significant periods of dormancy, though the high accumulation increases the likelihood of fatigue in rubber-mounted components and suspension geometry. Given the history of worn lower arm bushes and misting shock absorbers, a test drive should focus on the precision of the steering and the stability of the front end. Listen for knocks or clunks when traversing speed bumps or uneven road surfaces, as these are typical symptoms of degraded suspension bushes. Any tendency for the vehicle to wander or a perceived looseness in the steering response may indicate that the previously flagged lower arm wear persists or has returned. The previous reports of oil misting on both the nearside and offside front shock absorbers warrant a visual inspection of the damper struts for fresh leaks. Excessive bouncing or a lack of composure during braking and cornering would suggest the dampers are no longer providing adequate control. Additionally, while the most recent test was clean, the 2024 record of a tyre worn close to the legal limit suggests a need to verify the current tread depth and ensure even wear across the axle, which would confirm the wheel alignment is currently correct.