2018 Nissan Qashqai 1.5L Diesel · LR18 TDO

The vehicle maintains a high standard of roadworthiness, evidenced by a consistent history of clean passes. The most recent test conducted on 11 February 2025 at 23,192 miles returned no defects or advisories. This indicates a stable maintenance trend where the vehicle has consistently met all safety and emissions standards without the recurring mechanical or structural failures typically seen in cars of this age. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for an eight-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 2,900 miles per year. Between the April 2022 test at 14,124 miles and the November 2023 test at 19,702 miles, the car covered only 5,578 miles, suggesting infrequent use or short-distance commuting. While this low mileage generally reduces wear on the drivetrain, engine, and suspension components, the long intervals between tests can sometimes lead to the degradation of rubber components or corrosion on brake surfaces that are not fully captured by mileage-based metrics. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on components affected by low-mileage operation. Check the brakes for surface corrosion or seizing on the discs and calipers, as infrequent use often allows rust. Inspect rubber suspension bushes, bushings, and tyre sidewalls for cracking or rot, which occurs over time regardless of distance driven. Although the MOT record is flawless, verify that the engine has received annual oil changes to ensure internal components have remained lubricated despite the long intervals between use.