2013 Nissan Qashqai 2.0L Petrol · LM13 XHA

The vehicle currently holds a roadworthy status, but the maintenance history reveals a reactive rather than proactive approach to repairs. While the test in September 2024 at 72,173 miles passed, the record shows a persistent trend of deferred component replacement. The front brake discs and pads were flagged as worn or thin across three consecutive testing periods starting in 2023 and continuing through 2024, indicating that components are only addressed once they reach the point of failure or advisory. At 13 years old, this NISSÀN Qashqai has covered relatively low mileage, averaging approximately 5,500 miles per year. However, a significant gap in testing data exists between November 2021 at 50,827 miles and the January 2023 test at 65,155 miles, where the vehicle covered over 14,000 miles in just fourteen months. This burst of activity followed a long period of relative inactivity, which often leads to the degradation of rubber components and accelerated corrosion of braking surfaces despite low overall mileage. A buyer must physically inspect the engine and transmission for signs of active oil leaks. The January 2023 failure noted an excessive oil leak from the engine filter area, and the July 2023 failure identified a significant transmission leak; these must be verified to ensure they were properly rectified rather than merely masked. Furthermore, the presence of a worn nearside front suspension arm bush noted in early 2023 suggests that the suspension geometry may be affected, requiring a thorough check of all bushes and steering links to ensure further wear has not progressed.