2011 Nissan Qashqai 1.6L Petrol · MM11 BCY

The vehicle currently holds a roadworthy status, but the maintenance history reveals a trend of reactive repairs. While it passed the most recent test in August 2025 at 104,535 miles, it failed that same session due to a worn anti-roll bar ball joint and play in both front track rod ends. These mechanical issues, combined with noted corrosion on the rear lower suspension arms, suggest that the owner tends to address faults only when they trigger an MOT failure rather than performing preventative maintenance. The mileage pattern is consistent with a low-use vehicle of this age, averaging approximately 7,000 miles per year. Between July 2023 at 88,831 miles and August 2024 at 96,213 miles, the car covered roughly 7,400 miles, followed by another 8,300 miles leading into the August 2025 test. This steady accumulation indicates the vehicle is used regularly, which explains the progressive wear observed on rubber-to-metal components and consumables throughout the record. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the front suspension, as the recurring failures of track rods and anti-roll bar links indicate ongoing degradation of bushings and joints. The documented corrosion noted on the rear lower suspension arms warrants a close look; while not classified as seriously weakened in 2025, surface rust on these structural components can progress into deep scaling over time. Additionally, the 2024 failure regarding the supplementary restraint system warning lamp should be verified to ensure the airbag fault has been properly cleared, as unresolved electronic faults represent a significant safety risk.