2008 Nissan Qashqai 1.6L Petrol · LM08 TUP

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile with a consistent history of passes over the last three years. The most recent test on 9 May 2025 at 61,272 miles passed with no defects or advisories, indicating that the car currently meets all minimum safety standards. Following a single failure in May 2022, the vehicle has achieved three consecutive passes without recorded issues, suggesting that any previous faults were successfully rectified and maintained. The mileage pattern is exceptionally low for an 18-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 3,400 miles per year. Between April 2024 and May 2025, the car covered only 1,539 miles, which reinforces the trend of very light use. While this low mileage typically reduces wear on drivetrain components and engine internals, it often increases the risk of age-related degradation in rubber-based parts and fluids. The consistent intervals between annual tests suggest the vehicle has been used regularly rather than left stationary for long periods periods. Despite the clean MOT record, a buyer should focus their physical inspection on components prone to low-mileage stagnation and age. Check for cracking or perish in suspension bushes, split rubber boots, and perished tyre sidews which occur over time regardless of distance travelled. Inspect the brake discs for surface corrosion or pitting, as infrequent use can lead to uneven material buildup. Given the vehicle's age, a thorough check of the chassis for structural rust and weld integrity is essential, as the MOT test only identifies corrosion once it has compromised the structure.