2010 Nissan Qashqai 2.0L Petrol · MA60 MFE

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance history reveals a trend of unaddressed recurring mechanical defects. While the most recent test in January 2026 at 94,919 miles resulted in a pass, a minor exhaust gas leak persists. This specific fault has appeared on every recorded MOT test since the initial failure in February 2023, indicating that the previous owners have opted to ignore a deteriorating exhaust manifold or pipe seal despite repeated advisories and failures. At 16 years old, the recorded mileage of 94,919 miles represents an average of approximately 5,932 miles per year. The data shows consistent, low-intensity usage, with only 1,880 miles being covered between the January 2025 and January 2026 tests. This low mileage often suggests less wear on the drivetrain, but it frequently leads to accelerated degradation of rubber-based components and corrosion on braking surfaces, which is consistent with the suspension issues noted in the 2023 record. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the front suspension and braking system. The February 2023 failure highlighted a worn offside front anti-roll bar ball joint, worn front suspension arm bushes, and a binding rear service brake. Although these were rectified to pass the subsequent test, the presence of pitted and scored brake discs in early 2023 suggests the vehicle sits for long periods, allowing rust to form. The non-excessive oil leak noted in 2024 should also be monitored to ensure it is not originating from a failing gasket that will eventually require expensive intervention.