2019 Nissan Qashqai 1.3L Petrol · MB19 HRL

The defining mechanical narrative for this 2019 Nissan Qashqai is a sustained, chronic pattern of rear tyre perimeter cracking and perishing flagged across four consecutive MOT tests, culminating in the most recent pass on 27 July 2026 where both rear tyres were again noted as slightly damaged or perishing. Only the 2023 test escaped advisories entirely. The 2026 pass also introduced a new advisory regarding both rear brake discs being worn, pitted or scored though not yet at seriously weakened threshold. No structural corrosion, suspension component failures, brake pipe concerns, or emissions failures have been recorded in any of the five documented tests. The overall trajectory suggests that while the vehicle continues to pass roadworthiness thresholds, rubber compound degradation on the rear axle has been a persistent feature for at least four years, and brake disc surface condition has now entered the advisory record at the rear. The recorded mileage of 20,044 miles over a seven-year span equates to an annual accumulation of roughly 2,863 miles, which is low for the age and segment of the vehicle. There are no extended gaps between successive MOT tests, indicating the vehicle has been kept on the road consistently rather than laid up for prolonged periods, though the modest annual mileage implies lighter usage patterns typical of short or infrequent journeys. Mechanically, this low-mileage profile tends to preserve major drivetrain and underbody components but places elevated demand on components that degrade through age rather than use, such as tyre rubber compounds, brake disc surface corrosion from infrequent rotation, rubber suspension bushes, drive belt elasticity, and 12V battery capacity. The recurring tyre cracking is consistent with this age-dominant rather than wear-dominant degradation, and the pitted rear brake discs may reflect extended periods of light braking use with insufficient heat cycling to keep the swept surface clean. A prospective buyer should give particular attention to the rear tyres during inspection. Both sidewalls and tread shoulders should be examined closely for visible cracking, particularly in the flexing zones near the sidewall shoulder, and a fingernail run across suspect areas will reveal whether surface crazing is purely cosmetic or indicative of compound hardening. Replacement of all four tyres should be anticipated as a near-term cost regardless of remaining tread depth, given the four-year advisory history. The rear brake discs should be inspected for measurable lip at the outer edge and for any sensation of roughness or pulsation through the brake pedal during a moderate-speed stop, which would indicate the disc wear has progressed beyond the MOT advisory threshold. The rear caliper sliding pins and handbrake mechanism should also be exercised, as low-mileage vehicles are prone to caliper binding and seized handbrake cables. Beyond the flagged items, a test drive should focus on identifying age-related wear that may not yet have surfaced in advisory form. Listen for knocking or clonking from the rear suspension over uneven surfaces, which could indicate worn trailing arm or transverse link bushes accelerated by age rather than mileage. Steering response should be checked for vagueness or any knocking through the rack under load, and the clutch should be assessed for any judder or slip given the likely urban-dominated usage. Under-bonnet inspection should look for any oil residue around the cam cover or sump gasket, coolant hoses for surface hardening, and the auxiliary drive belt for glazing. The interior electrical systems, infotainment, climate control, and parking sensors should be exercised, as low-mileage cars occasionally harbour latent electrical faults from infrequent use. Finally, a battery health test is advisable given the low annual mileage, and a fresh set of tyres and a brake disc skimming or replacement should be budgeted into any purchase decision.