2013 Nissan Qashqai 1.6L Petrol · LS58 LAS

The 2013 Nissan Qashqai presents a stable and reassuring maintenance trend, with the most recent MOT conducted on 25 November 2025 at 80,685 miles resulting in a clean pass and zero advisories. Every test in the recorded history, stretching back to November 2022, has passed without a single defect flagged, indicating consistent upkeep and no recurring mechanical faults. One anomaly appears in the record: a failed test logged on the same day as the 2025 pass, also at 80,685 miles, yet no defects were recorded against the failure. This suggests a possible administrative or data-entry discrepancy rather than a genuine mechanical rejection, though a buyer should request clarification from the seller or testing station to confirm the circumstances. The mileage accumulation tells a story of light, declining use. Between the November 2022 test at 71,055 miles and the December 2023 test at 74,779 miles, the vehicle covered roughly 3,700 miles over thirteen months. The following year, from December 2023 to November 2024, it added a similar 3,732 miles. However, the most recent interval shows a notable drop, with only 2,174 miles recorded between November 2024 and November 2025. This pattern points to a vehicle that has spent extended periods stationary, which carries its own risks despite the low overall mileage. A clean MOT record does not eliminate the need for a thorough physical inspection. Low annual mileage and prolonged standing can cause rubber suspension bushes, brake caliper seals, and tyre sidewalls to perish through age rather than wear. The brake discs may exhibit surface corrosion from sitting, and the exhaust system should be checked for moisture-related corrosion, particularly if the car has been used predominantly for short journeys. Given the absence of any structural or mechanical advisories across five consecutive tests, the Qashqai appears to have been maintained to a competent standard, but a hands-on assessment of perishable rubber components and brake condition remains essential before purchase.