2015 Nissan Qashqai 1.2L Petrol · LO64 JVT

The defining mechanical story of this Qashqai is one of chronic front suspension wear, which has now appeared in four consecutive test cycles and represents the most consistent concern in the file. The earliest hint came in 2023 when both front suspension arm pins or bushes were flagged as worn but not yet resulting in excessive movement, followed in 2024 by advisories for deteriorating front suspension arm front bushes on both sides, and most recently on 01 October 2025 the offside track rod end ball joint dust cover was recorded as damaged though still preventing dirt ingress. This repeated pattern across the front axle points to a progressive deterioration of the suspension and steering linkage, components that on the Qashqai of this generation are known to wear under normal road use but accelerate on higher-mileage or poorly surfaced roads. Aside from the suspension thread, the vehicle has passed every test without a single recorded failure or dangerous defect, which gives a broadly stable trend but does not negate the recurring advisories. Buyers should treat the suspension story as the primary inspection priority. Against an age of roughly eleven years and a recorded mileage of 90,573 miles, this Qashqai is accumulating approximately 8,234 miles annually, which sits within the typical band for its age and suggests regular rather than extreme use. The MOT testing pattern is consistent with year-on-year road use, with annual tests recorded from 2019 through 2025 and no multi-year gaps that would indicate a prolonged period off the road. The mileage progression between tests appears steady rather than displaying sudden jumps or unusually low annual accumulation. Mechanically, this kind of usage profile is consistent with moderate wear on consumables such as brake pads and discs, clutches if manual, and the suspension components already flagged, and it reduces the risk of dried-out seals, perished rubber from long standing, or stale fluids that often accompany low-mileage or laid-up vehicles. For a prospective buyer, the front suspension and steering components are the clear priorities for a physical inspection and test drive. The 2023 and 2024 advisories relating to the front suspension arm bushes and pins should prompt a close check for knocking or clonking noises from the front end, particularly over speed humps, potholes, or uneven tarmac, as well as vague or wandering steering behaviour that suggests the bushes have now worn beyond the advisory threshold. A borescope or visual inspection of the front suspension arms, anti-roll bar drop links and bushes for cracking, perishing or excess movement is strongly advisable, alongside checking the offside track rod end ball joint for any play in the steering as the joint is manipulated with the wheel raised. Because the track rod end dust cover was noted as damaged on the most recent test, that joint is likely approaching the point where the perished gaiter allows water and grit in, accelerating wear on the ball joint itself. The remaining advisory history is comparatively minor but still worth addressing during inspection. The front tyres were flagged for edge wear in 2019, the front pair were again noted as close to the legal limit in 2021, and the rear tyres showed cracking and perishing at the same test, all of which are typical consumable items rather than structural concerns but do suggest the vehicle may benefit from a fresh set of tyres on purchase. On a road test, listen for any brake shudder or pedal judder which would indicate worn or distorted front discs, particularly given the mileage, and check for pulling under braking. Inspect the underside for any signs of corrosion on subframes, brake pipes and the exhaust system, as these are common MOT failure points on Qashqais of this era even when not yet flagged. Finally, confirm the operation of all dashboard warning lights and ensure there are no illuminated engine, ABS or emissions indicators, as none of these would appear in the MOT record but would be material to the vehicle's roadworthiness.