2015 Nissan Qashqai 1.5L Diesel · LP15 XSN

The most recent MOT test conducted on 27 November 2025 resulted in a pass with no recorded defects. Evaluating the overall maintenance trend, the vehicle demonstrates a stable profile. Although the 2024 inspection highlighted advisories for thinning brake pads across all four wheels and a 2022 failure was noted for windscreen wiper inefficiency, the clean pass in late 2025 suggests that these items were attended to. This indicates that the vehicle has undergone necessary remedial work to maintain its roadworthiness. With 88,442 miles recorded over eleven years, the vehicle has averaged approximately 8,040 miles per annum. This level of usage is consistent with typical domestic patterns and avoids the extremes of high-mileage heavy-duty use or the potential issues associated with very low-mileage vehicles that sit idle for long periods. Mechanically, this suggests that while components such as the suspension, exhaust, and braking system will have reached a mid-life stage of wear, they should not be excessively fatigued, provided regular servicing has been maintained. Because the 2024 MOT recorded advisories for thin brake pads on both the nearside and offside front and rear wheels, it is vital to confirm that a complete brake overhaul was carried out. During your test drive, pay close attention to the pedal feel; any shuddering under braking may indicate warped discs, while any squealing or grinding noises suggest the pads are nearing the end of their service life. You should also inspect the brake discs for excessive corrosion or scoring and check that the calipers are not binding, which can cause uneven tyre wear and overheating. Given the age of the vehicle, you should perform a physical inspection of the tyres for any signs of sidewall cracking or perishing, which can occur due to age-related rubber degradation even if tread depth remains sufficient. Check the suspension components for any signs of wear, such as clunking sounds when navigating bumps, which may indicate worn bushes or failing coil springs. Finally, verify the service book for evidence of time-based maintenance, such as oil and coolant changes, to ensure that fluid degradation has been managed alongside the mileage-based requirements.