2012 Nissan Qashqai 1.6L Petrol · LS12 OSF

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance trend shows a recent shift towards mechanical wear and deferred attention. While the car passed its September 2025 MOT test at 74,912 miles, it returned with multiple advisories that were not present in previous clean records. The transition from a perfect history in 2023 and 2024 to several mechanical concerns suggests that components are now reaching the end of their service life despite the low annual mileage. The mileage profile is notably low for a 14-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 5,350 miles per year. Data shows consistent usage with roughly 5,000 miles driven between each annual test, such as the 5,766 miles recorded between August 2024 and September 2025. This low mileage indicates light exposure. However, the low frequency of use often leads to the degradation of rubber components and the oxidation of metal surfaces, which appears to be contributing to the issues identified in the most recent inspection. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the front suspension and braking assembly, as the 2025 test flagged play in the nearside front steering rack inner joints and fluctuating nearside front service brakes. The presence of pitted and scored front brake discs indicates that the braking system requires immediate attention. Furthermore, the failure in 2024 regarding a worn anti-roll bar linkage suggests that the front-end suspension components may be prone to premature wear. Checking for surface corrosion on the chassis and bolts is essential, as the low-mileage history often masks age-related structural decay.