2009 Nissan Qashqai 2.0L Petrol · OV59 DGX

The 2009 Nissan Qashqai presents a stable and improving maintenance trend, culminating in a clean pass on 28 October 2025 at 77,241 miles with zero defects recorded. That is a strong result for a vehicle of this age. The preceding test on 31 October 2024 at 76,536 miles flagged an Offside Front service brake binding, but not excessively. The fact that this binding brake did not recur in the 2025 test suggests the issue was addressed rather than ignored. Overall, the trajectory from minor defects to a fully clean record indicates attentive ownership in recent years. The mileage profile is notably low. Across roughly 17 years, the vehicle has covered 77,241 miles, averaging approximately 4,544 miles per year. The annual intervals between MOTs confirm this pattern: 73,907 miles in November 2021, 74,767 in November 2022, 75,682 in October 2023, 76,536 in October 2024, and 77,241 in October 2025. That is a consistent accumulation of around 800 to 900 miles per year in the most recent period. Such low annual use raises the possibility of long periods standing, which can cause its own issues including flat-spotted tyres, seized brake components, and stale fuel system deposits, even though the recorded mileage itself is modest. Buyers should focus their in-person inspection on the front suspension and braking system, as these are the two areas where defects have historically appeared. The 2022 test at 74,767 miles recorded a Nearside Front suspension arm damaged but not seriously weakened, a finding that warrants close physical examination of both front suspension arms, bushes, and ball joints for deterioration. The 2024 binding brake advisory on the Offside Front caliper demands a road test to confirm the caliper slides and pistons retract freely, and the brake discs should be inspected for uneven wear or heat scoring. The 2021 advisory regarding a Nearside Front tyre worn close to the legal limit, combined with the low annual mileage, suggests the vehicle may have spent extended periods stationary, so all four tyres should be checked for sidewall cracking and date codes regardless of remaining tread depth. Beyond the flagged items, a thorough underbody inspection is advisable given the vehicle's age. Examine the subframes, sills, and suspension mounting points for corrosion, particularly if the car has been used on salted roads during its limited winter use. The 2021 oil leak advisory, though noted as not excessive, should prompt a careful check of the engine and gearbox for any residual weeping around the rocker cover gasket, oil sump, and CV joint boots. A short drive should confirm smooth clutch operation, gearbox engagement, and no unusual drivetrain vibrations, as low-mileage vehicles can develop issues from infrequent use rather than from wear alone.