2014 Nissan Qashqai 1.5L Diesel · LL14 UEM

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history indicates a trend of reactive rather than proactive upkeep. The most recent MOT test in December 2025 at 75,794 miles shows a pass, following a failure just two days prior. While the owner addressed the binding offside front service brake, the vehicle departed with multiple advisories regarding suspension components and tyre wear. This suggests that repairs are only being undertaken when faults reach the threshold of a test failure. The mileage pattern is remarkably consistent for a twelve-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 6,300 miles per year. There is a significant gap between November 2023 at 74,747 miles and December 2024 at 75,647 miles, where only 900 miles were recorded in over thirteen months. This low-annual usage often leads to accelerated degradation of rubber-based components and seals due to inactivity, which aligns with the presence of corroded rear coil springs and worn suspension arm bushes noted in the latest tests. A buyer must conduct a thorough inspection of the front and rear suspension geometry. The recurring reports of worn suspension arm pins and bushes in late December 2025 indicate that these components are nearing the end of their life and will affect handling. Furthermore, the corrosion noted on both rear coil springs should be monitored closely, as these are prone to structural failure on this model if the rust is allowed to progress. The record also highlights a persistent non-excessive oil leak spanning from 2023 to 2024. While the tester classified this as not excessive, a mechanical inspection is required to determine the source, such as a valve cover seal or crank seal. Given the advisory on the nearside front tyre being worn on the edge, a wheel alignment check is also necessary to ensure the worn suspension bushes are not causing premature tyre scrubbing.