2014 Nissan Qashqai 1.6L Diesel · LIB 502

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance history reveals a persistent trend of deteriorating front-end suspension components. The most recent test in May 2026 at 102,690 miles identified advisories for play in both front anti-roll bar linkages and the nearside inner steering linkage. This indicates that while the vehicle passed the test, the mechanical wear on the steering and suspension assembly is ongoing. The trend remains stable in terms of passing but shows that minor faults are recurring annually rather than being addressed with comprehensive repairs. At 102,690 miles over twelve years, the Qashai has averaged approximately 8,558 miles per year, which aligns with typical national averages for a vehicle of this age. The mileage progression shows consistent annual growth, with roughly 7,000 to 7,500 miles recorded between each inspection from 2022 to 2026. This regular usage suggests the vehicle has not suffered from long periods of standing, which often leads to the accelerated degradation of rubber components and joints that explains the frequent perished covers seen in the record. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the front suspension geometry and steering system. The history shows a recurring cycle of failure regarding ball joint dust covers, track rod ends, and wishbone bushes dating back to 2022. Specifically, the tester flagged perished wishbone bushes and deteriorated dust covers in 2024 and 2025, which have now evolved into mechanical play in the latest test. The front brake discs also showed signs of pitting and scoring in 2022 and corrosion in 2024, suggesting the vehicle may sit stationary for short periods or be driven in corrosive environments. Given the repeated issues with the inner steering linkages, a professional alignment check is necessary after any flagged advisories are addressed to prevent uneven wear on the steering rack.