2014 Nissan Qashqai 1.2L Petrol · LD64 HXP

The vehicle remains roadworthy, but the maintenance trend shows a recurring failure to address suspension rubberwork. While the most recent test in October 2025 at 62,580 miles passed, the tester flagged deteriorated front outer track rod end ball joint dust covers and lower suspension arm ball joint covers on both sides. This is a repeat of defects first noted in October 2022, indicating that while the owner addresses immediate safety failures, proactive replacement of aging rubber components is not occurring. The mileage profile is notably low for a twelve-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 5,215 miles per year. The data shows consistent usage patterns with the mileage increasing from 45,553 miles in late 2022 to 62,580 miles by 2025. This low annual mileage suggests mechanical wear on the drivetrain and engine is minimal, but it often correlates with the accelerated perishation of rubber components and seals due to time rather than distance, which explains the deteriorating dust covers seen in the MOT history. A buyer must perform a close physical inspection of the front suspension to ensure the deteriorated dust covers identified last year have actually been replaced. The recurring nature of these ball joint failures suggests the boots may be prone to cracking, which can lead to rapid joint failure if left ignored. Check for any signs of uneven wear on the tyres, as the 2022 record highlighted edge wear and low tread depth, which may indicate underlying alignment issues or poor maintenance habits despite the low overall mileage.