2014 Nissan Qashqai 1.5L Diesel · LR64 VLL

The 2014 Nissan Qashqai has maintained a clean MOT history since its most recent test on 1 July 2025, with no defects or advisories recorded at 89,840 miles. The absence of failures or warnings in the past two tests—including the near-simultaneous pass and fail on 8 July 2024 at 85,074 and 85,073 miles—suggests the vehicle has not experienced recurring mechanical issues. However, the 2024 anomaly, where the car failed a test only to pass the next day at identical mileage, warrants scrutiny, as it may indicate a temporary oversight rather than a genuine mechanical flaw. Overall, the trend is stable, with no evidence of worsening conditions, though the lack of advisories in recent tests means potential issues could have gone unnoticed. The recorded mileage of 89,840 miles over approximately 12 years—roughly 7,487 miles annually—falls within the typical range for a vehicle of this age, indicating neither excessive wear nor prolonged neglect. The most notable gap occurs between the 2023 and 2022 tests, where the mileage increased by just 4,861 miles over a year, suggesting a period of lighter use. Conversely, the jump from 74,480 to 79,341 miles between May 2022 and May 2023—nearly 5,000 miles in under a year—implies consistent driving during that interval. The absence of any MOT failures or advisories during these mileage shifts further supports that major components have likely been maintained, though this does not preclude gradual wear on suspension bushes, coil springs, or brake calipers over time. Given the clean MOT record, a buyer should prioritise a thorough inspection of suspension components, particularly the rear suspension, as binding calipers or worn bushes often go undetected without a dynamic road test. The 2024 near-failure suggests brakes may have been marginal at that mileage, so verifying disc thickness, pad condition, and caliper binding—especially rear—is critical. Corrosion checks are also essential, focusing on wheel arches, subframe, and sills, as 12-year-old vehicles are prone to hidden structural rust. Finally, the lack of advisories in recent tests means fluid levels (brakes, power steering, coolant) and hoses should be inspected for silent degradation, as these are common failure points in otherwise MOT-passed vehicles.