2015 Nissan Qashqai 1.5L Diesel · LM65 CZD

The vehicle’s most recent MOT test, conducted on 2025-10-10, resulted in a pass with no defects recorded. This suggests the car was deemed roadworthy at the time, though the immediate preceding test on 2025-10-06—just four days earlier—was a failure without any specified issues. The pattern of alternating pass/fail tests in consecutive years (2024 and 2025) raises questions about consistency in test conditions or minor undocumented faults that may have been rectified between tests. The absence of advisories or recurring defect categories in the available records implies no systematic mechanical or structural concerns were flagged by the tester, though this does not preclude hidden wear or deferred maintenance. The recorded mileage of 163,069 miles over approximately 11 years equates to an average of 14,824 miles annually, which is elevated for a vehicle of this age. The most significant mileage jump appears between the 2023 and 2024 tests, where the car likely accumulated around 15,000–16,000 miles in a single year, suggesting either intensive use or a period of higher mileage accumulation. There are no gaps in MOT testing that would indicate prolonged neglect, but the rapid mileage suggests accelerated wear on high-stress components such as suspension bushes, brake calipers, and drivetrain seals. The lack of advisories in the most recent tests does not negate the need for closer scrutiny of these areas. Given the high mileage and the alternating pass/fail pattern, a prospective buyer should prioritise an independent inspection of the suspension system, particularly the rear bushes and coil springs, which are prone to fatigue at this mileage. The brakes, including caliper binding and disc thickness, should be checked for uneven wear or corrosion, especially if the vehicle was driven in wet or salted conditions. Structural integrity, particularly around the wheel arches and sills, warrants examination for corrosion or rust penetration, as this is a common failure point in vehicles of this age. The absence of documented faults does not guarantee these components are intact, so visual and functional checks are essential.