2019 Nissan Qashqai 1.5L Diesel · LM69 MMV

The most recent DVSA examination on 4 November 2025 resulted in a pass, however four advisory items were recorded, which collectively suggest a vehicle whose roadworthiness is presently satisfactory but trending towards requiring maintenance in the near term. Both front brake pads were flagged as wearing thin, and both front suspension arm inner bushes were noted as worn though not yet resulting in excessive movement. These same front suspension bush advisories appeared at the previous test on 6 November 2024, indicating a recurring or progressive wear pattern rather than a transient condition. The overall trajectory across the recorded MOT history points to a stable but gradually deteriorating mechanical condition, with the most recent test capturing the first signs of brake wear compounding the persistent front suspension advisories. With the vehicle now around seven years of age and 53,297 miles recorded on the odometer, the average annual mileage works out at approximately 7,614 miles, which is broadly typical for a car of this type and age. The progression from the 2022 test through to late 2025 shows fairly consistent usage without any dramatic gaps or sudden spikes, which is reassuring from a drivetrain and component wear perspective. Average annual mileage of this level tends to mean that suspension components, braking hardware, and tyres are all exercised regularly enough to avoid some of the issues associated with prolonged standing, but it also means that routine wear items will be approaching their replacement intervals. The mileage itself does not raise immediate red flags, but it does reinforce the importance of the advisories raised at the most recent test. With respect to the recurring front suspension arm bush advisories, prospective buyers should pay close attention to the behaviour of the front suspension during a test drive. Worn inner bushes on the front suspension arms can manifest as clonks or knocks when traversing speed bumps, potholes, or uneven road surfaces, and may also produce a degree of vagueness or imprecise feel through the steering, particularly over mid-corner bumps. It is worth turning the steering from lock to lock while stationary to listen for any undue rubbing, and inspecting the inner bushes visually for cracking, perishing, or visible displacement of the rubber. Given that these advisories have now appeared at two consecutive tests, budgeting for replacement of the front suspension arms or bushes in the near future would be prudent, as continued wear will eventually elevate the defect from advisory to failure category. The brake pad advisories from the most recent test are similarly indicative of consumables nearing the end of their service life. Although the vehicle passed, brake pads flagged as wearing thin should be expected to require replacement at the next service interval, and any test drive should include firm brake applications to check for pulling to one side, vibration or shudder through the pedal, or any grinding or squealing noises that could suggest the pads have worn further since examination. The 2023 test recorded advisories for both front tyres worn close to the legal limit and perished rear tyres, so a buyer should inspect the current set of tyres carefully for tread depth, even wear across the full width, and any sidewall cracking or perishing consistent with age. Additional age-related checks should include verification of brake disc condition for corrosion or lipping, examination of the exhaust system for corrosion at mounting points and joints, confirmation of the 12-volt battery health, and review of the service book to ensure timely replacement of brake fluid, coolant, and gearbox or differential oil in accordance with manufacturer schedules. Given the consistent moderate usage and clean test history apart from the noted advisories, this Qashqai remains a fundamentally sound proposition provided these forthcoming items are factored into any purchase decision.