2017 Nissan Qashqai 1.2L Petrol · LS17 BZF

A clean MOT outcome on 25 March 2026 marks the seventh consecutive pass for this 2017 Nissan Qashqai, with no advisory items raised at the most recent test and no recorded failures across the entire seven-test history. The advisory profile is narrow and repetitive rather than escalating, limited almost entirely to tyre condition and wiper performance. Two consecutive years flagged both front wipers as smearing, the nearside front and offside front tyres were noted as worn on the outer shoulder in 2024, the nearside rear tyre was recorded as perished in 2025, and an offside front sidewall cut appeared in 2022. No structural, brake, suspension, exhaust, lighting, or corrosion advisories have been recorded at any test, which keeps the mechanical signal confined largely to consumable and rubber items. At 25,046 miles over nine years, this Qashqai has covered roughly 2,780 miles annually, a notably low accumulation that suggests either limited regular use or extended periods of stationary storage between journeys. Annual mileage has remained broadly consistent, with tests occurring in successive years from 2020 through 2026 and no apparent multi-year gap in MOT history. Such low usage reduces wear on the clutch, gearbox, brakes, and drivetrain components, but it does increase the risk of age-related deterioration in rubber and polymer parts, which is consistent with the recorded advisories on tyres and wipers. Standing periods can also promote moisture retention in the braking system and surface corrosion on exposed underbody components, even though no such items have yet been formally flagged. For a prospective buyer, the focus on a physical inspection should mirror the advisory pattern. Check all four tyres closely, paying particular attention to the outer shoulders of both front tyres for uneven shoulder wear that may indicate alignment or suspension geometry issues, and inspect the nearside rear tyre sidewall for any cracking or perishing that might be more advanced than at the March 2025 test. Operate the front wipers on both dry and wet glass to confirm the smearing previously recorded has been resolved, and verify the wiper blades are relatively recent. Examine the offside front tyre sidewall for any existing cuts or bulges, as a cut on the inside edge was noted in April 2022 and could have propagated. On a test drive, listen for any suspension knocks or clonks over uneven surfaces, which would suggest wear in wishbones, anti-roll bar links, or strut top mounts not yet severe enough to fail an MOT but worth identifying. Check the steering for any pulling or vibration, particularly under braking, which could point to binding calipers or warped front discs given the low annual mileage and potential for seized slider mechanisms. Confirm the brakes bite firmly without excessive travel and that the handbrake holds on an incline, as low use can allow rear caliper mechanisms to stiffen. Finally, inspect the underbody and wheel arches for any surface corrosion that may have developed during periods of standing, even though no such issues have been officially recorded to date.