2021 Nissan Qashqai 1.3L Petrol · LM21 EJO

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history indicates a deteriorating trend regarding reactive upkeep. While it passed its most recent test on 30 March 2026 at 60,674 miles, it failed that same day due to multiple mechanical defects. The transition from a clean record in early 2024 to a series of failures in 2026 suggests that the owner is only addressing issues once they threaten MOT compliance rather than performing preventative maintenance. At 60,674 miles, the Qashqai has averaged approximately 12,000 miles per year, which sits above the national average for a five-year-old vehicle. Data shows a significant spike in usage between January 2024 (41,519 miles) and March 2025 (49,717 miles), followed by another 11,000 miles in the final fourteen months. This consistent high-mileage puts accelerated strain on wear components, which is reflected in the recurring issues noted with brakes and tyres. A buyer must conduct a close inspection of the rear braking system, as the pads were flagged as wearing thin in three consecutive testing tests between March 2025 and March 2026. The repeated nature of this advisory suggests a failure to replace components in time. Furthermore, the front tyres were found to have uneven wear and were at the legal limit, which often indicates an alignment issue or worn suspension bushes that require professional verification to prevent further premature damage. The failure regarding headlamp aim and wiper efficiency in the March 2026 test further reinforces that basic external checks were neglected prior to the inspection. While these are minor items, the overall pattern of ignoring recurring faults suggests the buyer should verify the condition of the drivetrain and deeper suspension components to ensure the high mileage has not led to hidden mechanical fatigue.