2012 Nissan Qashqai 1.6L Petrol · LL62 VNH

With no advisories, failures, or component wear items recorded across any of its MOT tests since 2024, this Qashqai presents a clean mechanical track record for roadworthiness. The most recent test on 10 February 2026 returned a pass with no defects, mirroring the clean results from the 2025 and 2024 tests. Notably, the 2025 and 2026 entries each show a fail and pass logged on the same date, which typically indicates a minor rectification was carried out and the vehicle was re-presented and passed the same day, though the DVSA record does not detail the specific cause. The absence of any flagged advisories over three consecutive test cycles is a positive indicator that the components routinely scrutinised under the MOT regime, including suspension linkages, brake discs and pads, exhaust integrity, and structural corrosion points, have not crossed advisory thresholds during official testing. Covering 91,803 miles over a 14-year lifespan equates to approximately 6,557 miles annually, which sits firmly in the typical band for a vehicle of this age and segment. There are no obvious multi-year gaps in the recorded test history, and the consistent year-on-year testing suggests the vehicle has remained in regular road use rather than being laid up. This level of usage is generally considered moderate, sufficient to keep mechanical seals, drivetrain lubricants, and brake components active without imposing the accelerated wear seen on high-mileage examples. For a Qashqai of this vintage and mileage, this profile tends to align with what would be expected for routine consumable replacement intervals on items such as brake pads, discs, tyres, and the timing chain or auxiliary drive components. Given the absence of recorded advisories on this particular chassis, a prospective buyer should still concentrate inspection effort on the components commonly affected on higher-mileage Qashqais of this generation, as wear may be present but below MOT advisory thresholds. On a test drive, listen for clonks or knocks from the front suspension over speed humps and uneven surfaces, which can indicate worn lower control arm bushes or anti-roll bar drop links, both known wear items on this platform. Steering should feel precise without pulling to either side under braking or acceleration, and any vagueness or knocking through the steering wheel may suggest worn track rod ends or top mounts. Additionally, check the rear suspension for any sagging or uneven ride height, as the rear coil springs on Qashqais of this era can weaken prematurely. Brake pedal feel should be firm and progressive without excessive travel, and any judder under braking may indicate warped front discs, which are worth inspecting for lipping and surface corrosion, particularly given the vehicle may have seen periods of shorter journeys. Visually inspect the underside, including the rear axle, subframe mounting points, and brake pipes along the chassis rails, for any surface corrosion that may have developed since the last MOT, as the February test would not necessarily have flagged early-stage rust. Finally, verify the service history for timing chain replacement, clutch operation smoothness, and any evidence of oil leaks from the rocker cover or sump gasket, as these are areas where age-related wear is common on this engine family even when MOT results remain unremarkable.