2015 Nissan Qashqai 1.6L Diesel · MW65 LLF

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history indicates a reactive rather than proactive ownership pattern. While it passed its most recent test on 15 January 2026 at 73,871 miles, this followed a significant failure just five days prior. That January failure revealed multiple critical issues including an inoperative engine management light, severely worn brake components, and a suspension failure. This trend suggests the owner only addresses mechanical faults when forced by an MOT failure, rather than performing scheduled preventative maintenance. The recorded mileage of 73,871 miles over eleven years averages to approximately 6,700 miles per year, which is consistent with low-to-moderate annual usage. There is a notable gap of 5,979 miles between the January 2024 test and the January 2025 test, followed by another 5,538 miles leading into the January 2026 tests. While the low mileage generally limits wear on the drivetrain and engine, the data shows that the physical condition of the suspension and braking system has declined despite the relatively short distance traveled between inspection intervals. A buyer must scrutinise the offside front suspension arm and ball joint, as this component was flagged with slight play in January 2024 and progressed to excessive wear by January 2026. The braking system also shows a lack of attention, with the offside rear pads reaching the legal 1.5mm limit and the discs becoming pitted and scored in the latest failure. Given that the front pads were noted as wearing thin during the final pass, a full inspection of all brake assemblies is required. Additionally, the engine management light must be verified as functioning correctly, as the previous failure in January 2026 indicated a potential sensor or electronic fault that may have been cleared without a permanent repair.