2014 Nissan Qashqai 1.2L Petrol · OY14 XST

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance trend shows a pattern of reactive rather than proactive repairs. The most recent test in September 2025 at 79,019 miles passed after an immediate failure just four miles prior due to perished ball joint dust covers on both the nearside and offside front lower suspension arms. While these specific faults were rectified, the history of multiple suspension-related failures suggests that the owner only addresses mechanical wear components once they trigger an MOT failure rather than performing routine inspections of the rubberwork. The mileage profile is consistent with a low-use vehicle of this age, averaging approximately 6,600 miles per annum. There is a notable gap of 6,638 miles between the 2022 and 2024 tests, followed by another 6,354-mile interval between 2024 and 2025. This steady accumulation suggests a predictable usage pattern, which typically preserves the drivetrain and engine components, though it can also lead to the degradation of rubber components like bushes and seals which dry out and crack over time despite the low odometer reading. A buyer should conduct a thorough physical inspection of the front suspension to ensure the recent repairs to the ball joint dust covers were comprehensive and that no other play exists. The 2022 failure involving a serious fluid leak on the offside rear shock absorber and a worn anti-roll bar linkage indicates that the suspension system is reaching the end of its primary service life. Given the previous advisory regarding uneven tyre wear in 2022, the wheel alignment should be checked to ensure that worn suspension arms or bushings are not causing premature scrubbing of the current tyres.