2012 Nissan Qashqai 1.6L Diesel · ML60 LAR

The 2012 Nissan Qashqai presents a stable and reassuring maintenance trend, culminating in a clean pass on 22 January 2026 at 102,194 miles with zero defects recorded. That result is the most recent entry in the file, sitting just under five months before today's date, which means the vehicle's roadworthiness status is current and freshly validated. The broader pattern across the last five years shows no recurring mechanical or structural failures, indicating consistent upkeep rather than a cycle of neglect and repair. Mileage accumulation sits at roughly 7,300 miles per year, which is typical for a vehicle of this age. The annual tests chart a steady progression from 78,807 miles in January 2023 to 102,194 miles in January 2026, with no anomalous jumps or prolonged gaps in the record. One minor anomaly appears in January 2025, when a test on the 17th at 92,340 miles recorded a fail with no defects noted, followed by a pass eight days later at 92,362 miles, also clean. That pattern suggests a procedural or administrative retest rather than a mechanical fault, and it does not undermine the overall consistency of the history. With no advisories or failures on record, there are no recurring fault lines to flag for a buyer. The clean sweep across five consecutive annual tests implies that consumable items such as tyres, brakes, and wiper blades have been replaced on schedule, and that no suspension bushes, coil springs, or exhaust components have drawn the tester's attention. The absence of corrosion or structural notes is particularly significant for a 14-year-old vehicle, as rust around subframes, sills, and brake lines is a common concern in this age bracket. A buyer should still carry out a physical inspection focused on areas the MOT does not fully stress. Check the underside for surface corrosion on the exhaust system, suspension mounting points, and brake pipe runs, particularly if the car has spent time standing or covering short trips that accelerate moisture-related wear. Inspect tyre condition and tread depth across all four corners, verify that the handbrake holds firmly on a slope, and listen for knocking from the front suspension over speed bumps, which can indicate worn drop links or anti-roll bar bushes that may not yet meet the MOT threshold for failure.