2009 Nissan Qashqai 1.5L Diesel · NG09 LBN

The vehicle remains roadworthy but the maintenance history reveals a worsening trend in suspension components and persistent electrical neglect. The most recent test in October 2025 at 140,187 miles flagged a corroded offside front coil spring and play in the offside front lower suspension arm ball joint. These mechanical issues follow a previous similar ball joint failure noted back in 2022, suggesting that the owner is only addressing components as they fail rather than performing proactive preventative maintenance. At 17 years old, the recorded mileage of 140,187 miles averages out to approximately 8,246 miles per year, which is consistent with typical UK usage for this age. The data shows steady usage patterns, with roughly 9,000 miles covered between October 2023 and October 2024, and another 9,000 miles between October 2024 and October 2025. While the mileage is not excessive, the cumulative wear on rubber components and metal hardware is evident in the recurring advisories. A buyer must physically inspect the front suspension assembly for further structural corrosion on the springs and mounting points, as the corroded spring noted in 2025 is often a precursor to snapping. The recurring track rod end and ball joint failures indicate that the steering and suspension geometry are reaching the end of their service life in sections. Additionally, the persistent failure of the registration plate lamp across four consecutive tests demonstrates a lack of attention to basic wiring and bulbs, which should be checked for deeper electrical faults or corrosion within the light housing.