2013 Nissan Qashqai 1.6L Petrol · LK63 EWF

This Nissan Qashqai has demonstrated a stable but inconsistent roadworthiness pattern over the past three years, with the most recent test on 2025-07-23 passing cleanly at 235,044 miles. The failure on 2025-07-18—just 616 miles before passing—suggests either a temporary administrative oversight or a last-minute rectification of a minor issue not recorded in the official report. No defects were logged across any of the five MOT tests, which implies the vehicle has not suffered from persistent or catastrophic failures. However, the 2025 failure raises a question: if no defects were noted, why was it retested? This inconsistency warrants further scrutiny, particularly of components prone to intermittent faults such as brake calipers, suspension linkages, or electrical systems. The mileage progression reveals an unusually aggressive usage pattern for a vehicle of this age. Over the past three years, the Qashqai accumulated 71,817 miles—an average of nearly 24,000 miles annually—far exceeding the typical 10,000–12,000 miles per year seen in well-maintained cars. The largest jump occurred between the 2023 and 2024 tests, where mileage surged by 32,880 miles in just under a year, suggesting either intensive use or prolonged periods without servicing. The absence of any advisories or defects in these high-mileage intervals implies the owner may have prioritised cosmetic or non-critical maintenance, leaving high-wear items like suspension bushes, coil springs, and brake pads unchecked until failure thresholds were approached. Given the high mileage and the lack of recorded defects, a buyer should prioritise an in-person inspection of the suspension system, particularly the rear bushings and coil springs, which are common failure points in this model at this mileage. The brakes, though not flagged in MOTs, should be assessed for uneven wear, binding calipers, or corrosion on the rear discs—common issues in high-mileage Qashqais. Structural integrity is another concern; inspect the wheel arches, sills, and subframe for corrosion, as prolonged exposure to road salt or poor storage could compromise the chassis. The 2025 retest hints at a potential oversight in pre-MOT repairs, so verifying that all advisory items from previous tests (if any existed outside the record) have been addressed is essential. Finally, the electrical system—including lights, sensors, and the ABS—should be tested, as intermittent faults often go unnoticed until they escalate.