2013 Nissan Qashqai 1.6L Petrol · LT13 PFY

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance trend shows a shift toward reactive rather than proactive care. While the latest test in February 2026 at 61,584 miles passed, the tester identified new defects including a worn offside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint and both front tyres reaching the legal wear limit. This follows a failure in February 2025 where the car failed on thin rear brake pads and a deteriorated suspension arm dust cover, suggesting that components are only addressed once they reach failure points during annual testing intervals. The mileage profile is notably low for a 13-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 4,737 miles per year. The record shows 5,690 miles driven between February 2023 and March 2024, and another 6,807 miles between March 2024 and February 2025. This low usage often means less mechanical wear on the engine drivetrain but can lead to accelerated degradation of rubber-based components due to age, which aligns with the recurring issues with ball joints and dust covers noted. A buyer should conduct a thorough inspection of the front suspension geometry, as the history of ball joint play and deteriorated boots indicates a vulnerability in the wish arm assemblies. The braking system requires attention, as the pattern of thin rear pads noted in 2024 and 2025 suggests long intervals between service-related replacements. Given the recent advisory regarding uneven wear on the front tyres, a professional alignment check is necessary to ensure the suspension components are not causing premature tyre failure.