2009 Nissan Qashqai 1.5L Diesel · LV09 DNU

The Nissan Qashqai’s MOT history presents an unusual but technically compliant pattern, with the most recent tests in May 2025 showing no defects despite two consecutive fails—both occurring within 38 miles and just one day apart. This suggests a minor administrative or procedural oversight rather than a mechanical issue, as the vehicle passed without advisories or defects on both occasions. The trend is stable in terms of roadworthiness, with no recurring failures or advisories to indicate deteriorating maintenance. However, the repeated fails—despite identical mileage gaps in 2024—raise questions about whether the tester or test centre may have had inconsistent standards, or if the vehicle was presented for retesting immediately after a minor non-defect issue (such as a missing document or minor cosmetic flaw). For a buyer, this is a neutral signal: the car meets legal standards, but the lack of advisories or defects also means there’s no recent history of forced repairs or wear-and-tear alerts. The mileage accumulation aligns closely with the vehicle’s age, averaging around 10,800 miles per year over its 17-year lifespan—a figure typical for a lightly used family vehicle. The most recent MOT at 183,577 miles in May 2025 shows just 8,878 miles covered since the previous test in April 2024, a slower pace that could reflect seasonal use or a period of lower activity. There’s no evidence of aggressive driving or extreme wear, but the short interval between the 2024 and 2025 tests—both clustering around April/May—might imply the vehicle was kept in regular use without long-term storage. The absence of mileage spikes or prolonged gaps suggests consistent, if not particularly heavy, usage, which generally bodes well for suspension, brakes, and drivetrain longevity. Given the clean MOT history, a buyer should focus on components prone to silent degradation in vehicles of this age and mileage. Inspect the suspension for worn bushes, degraded coil springs, or uneven tyre wear, as these often precede handling issues. Check the brake system thoroughly—particularly the rear calipers and discs—for binding, corrosion, or uneven pad wear, even though the MOTs show no defects. Structural integrity is another key area: look for corrosion in wheel arches, sills, or underbody panels, as rust can compromise safety without immediate MOT consequences. Finally, verify the exhaust system for leaks or excessive corrosion, and confirm all fluid levels (brake, coolant, power steering) are topped up, as neglect in these areas often goes unnoticed until failure occurs. The lack of advisories or defects in the MOTs means no red flags were raised by a professional, but a pre-purchase inspection by an independent mechanic remains essential to uncover any deferred maintenance.