2010 Nissan Qashqai 1.6L Petrol · MA10 FJJ

The 2010 Nissan Qashqai presents a stable and reassuring roadworthiness profile. The most recent test on 6 June 2025 at 89,482 miles passed with zero defects, and the preceding pass on 12 July 2024 at 86,151 miles was equally clean. This pattern of consecutive clean passes indicates a well-maintained vehicle with no recurring mechanical or structural faults flagged by DVSA testers. The maintenance trend is stable and improving, as the car has moved from a failed test in 2024 to a fully defect-free pass in 2025. The mileage pattern reveals a notable anomaly. Between the July 2024 test at 86,151 miles and the June 2025 test at 89,482 miles, the vehicle covered 3,331 miles in roughly eleven months. However, the recorded mileage of 89,482 miles remained identical across both the failed and passed tests in June 2025, suggesting the vehicle may have been stationary or used very minimally during that period. The annual average of approximately 5,593 miles is low for a sixteen-year-old vehicle, pointing to light use rather than high wear accumulation. The gap between the 2023 test at 81,668 miles and the 2024 test at 86,151 miles shows a more typical annual accumulation of 4,483 miles, consistent with regular daily driving. Despite the clean MOT record, a buyer should still conduct a thorough physical inspection. The absence of advisories is encouraging, but the low annual mileage and potential periods of standing raise concerns about deteriorated rubber components. Inspect the suspension bushes, coil springs, and anti-roll bar links for perishing or cracking, as these degrade with age and lack of use regardless of mileage. Check the brake discs and calipers for surface corrosion, which can develop quickly on a vehicle that sits unused, potentially leading to binding or uneven braking. Examine the exhaust system for corrosion, particularly around joints and mounting points, and verify that the tyres have adequate tread depth and even wear, as low-mileage vehicles often suffer from flat-spotting or sidewall degradation caused by prolonged stationary periods. The vehicle's structural integrity appears sound based on the MOT data, with no corrosion-related defects recorded across multiple tests. Still, a buyer should inspect the underbody, sills, and wheel arches for surface rust or previous repairs, as these areas are prone to deterioration on older crossovers. The clean record suggests attentive previous ownership, but the low mileage and potential standing time mean consumable components may need attention sooner than expected. A pre-purchase inspection by a qualified mechanic is advisable to confirm the mechanical condition matches the paper record.