2013 Nissan Qashqai 1.6L Petrol · MJ13 AEL

The most recent MOT history for this 2013 Nissan Qashqai, tested just two months ago on 2025-05-12, shows an unusual but technically compliant pattern: the vehicle passed once and failed once on the same day at identical mileage. No defects were recorded in either instance, which suggests the failure was procedural rather than mechanical. The preceding tests in March 2024 and March 2023 also passed without failings, indicating a stable roadworthiness trend over the past three years. However, the double-test anomaly warrants scrutiny—it may imply administrative confusion or a minor oversight in the testing process, but no recurring mechanical issues are evident from the record. The recorded mileage of 54,472 miles over 13 years—approximately 4,190 miles annually—is unusually low for a vehicle of this age. This suggests either very light usage or prolonged periods of inactivity, which could accelerate wear on components like suspension bushes, coil springs, and brake calipers due to lack of motion. Notably, the mileage between tests was consistent at around 3,800 miles (from 46,688 to 50,613 miles in a year), but the gap between the 2023 and 2024 tests was unusually long—just over a year—with no intermediate testing. This could indicate the vehicle was either stored or driven infrequently during that period, potentially exacerbating issues like tyre degradation or minor corrosion. Given the lack of recorded defects, the most critical areas for an in-person inspection should focus on components prone to wear in low-mileage but long-standing vehicles. The suspension system—particularly the rear coil springs and bushes—should be examined for dryness, cracking, or excessive play, as prolonged inactivity can embrittle rubber components. Brake discs and calipers should be checked for uneven wear or binding, especially if the vehicle has been stored, as moisture can cause corrosion and seizing. Tyre tread depth and lateral wear patterns are also essential, as the vehicle failed twice on the same day in May 2025 without explanation—this could hint at a prior undocumented issue with tread limits. Finally, inspect the underbody for corrosion around wheel arches, sills, and the subframe, as rust can compromise structural integrity over time. The absence of advisories in the MOT history does not guarantee these areas are sound, but it does suggest no major failures have been overlooked.