2014 Nissan Qashqai 1.2L Petrol · ND14 DLE

The vehicle currently holds a roadworthy status, but the maintenance history reveals a trend of reactive rather than proactive care. The most recent MOT test in November 2025 at 123,505 miles resulted in a failure due to critical tyre damage, including exposed cords and perished rubber on the rear. While the vehicle passed immediately after rectification, the recurring nature of tyre-related failures suggests the owner only addresses safety components once they reach a legal threshold rather than performing routine preventative checks. The mileage pattern is consistent with a typical annual cycle for a family vehicle, averaging approximately 10,300 miles per year. The record shows a steady progression from 20,143 miles in 2017 to 123,505 miles in late 2025. This consistent usage avoids the long periods of standing that often lead to accelerated rubber degradation, though the high accumulation of over 50,000 miles between 2021 and 2025 has placed significant demand on mechanical wear items like the suspension and braking systems. A buyer must scrutinise the steering and suspension assembly, as the record flagged play in the steering rack inner joints dating back as far as 2017. This issue persisted into the 2021 failure, indicating a long-term mechanical weakness or poorly executed previous repairs. The braking system also shows a history of neglect, with pitted discs and thin pads noted in 2021 and 2022. Given the reports of hydraulic leaks in 2021, a thorough inspection of the fluid lines and seals for current weeping or cracking is essential to ensure these previous issues have been fully resolved.