2014 Nissan Qashqai 1.2L Petrol · PF14 XJC

A 2014 Nissan Qashqai carrying this MOT history presents a clean and stable roadworthiness profile, with every recorded test in the DVSA log resulting in a pass and no advisory notes or defect entries logged against the vehicle. The most recent assessment on 11 December 2024 followed an administrative refusal on the 10th, which is consistent with a tester being unable to access the vehicle or complete the inspection rather than any mechanical failure; the vehicle subsequently passed cleanly the following day. Across the five-year MOT window from May 2022 through December 2024, the Qashqai has demonstrated consistent compliance with roadworthiness standards, with no advisories relating to brake wear, suspension deterioration, exhaust integrity, tyre condition, or structural corrosion recorded at any test. This absence of flagged defects across multiple annual inspections is a positive indicator for a prospective buyer, as chronic Qashqai issues such as rear brake drum seizure, front suspension arm bush wear, or subframe corrosion would typically have surfaced as advisories during this period. With 115,221 miles on the odometer against a 12-year age span, this Qashqai averages approximately 9,600 miles per year, which sits squarely within the expected range for a family SUV of this generation and demographic. The mileage progression between tests appears steady and consistent rather than exhibiting any sudden spikes or irregular gaps that might suggest clock irregularities or extended periods off the road followed by rapid accumulation. For a vehicle of this age and mileage, regular use at this rate is mechanically favourable, as it implies that critical consumables, fluids, drivetrain components, and suspension elements have been exercised consistently rather than suffering the long-term degradation that can affect very low-mileage or intermittently used vehicles. The continuous MOT coverage without extended lapses further supports a picture of steady, active service. Although the DVSA record is notably clean, a Qashqai of this age and mileage will inherently be approaching the service-life midpoint for several major components that an MOT does not necessarily inspect in depth. On a test drive, particular attention should be paid to the front suspension, listening for clonks or knocks from the lower control arm bushes and anti-roll bar drop links over uneven road surfaces, as these are known wear items on the Qashqai platform and may not have been flagged if degradation has progressed since the last test. The steering should be checked for vagueness or any pulling to one side under braking, which can point to worn front brake discs or sticking caliper sliders, and the rear drum brakes should be inspected for binding by confirming the vehicle rolls freely on a flat surface when released in neutral. Brake pedal feel should be assessed for any sponginess suggesting worn flexible hoses, and a visual inspection beneath the vehicle should look for any signs of fluid seepage from the rear differential on four-wheel-drive variants, as well as general underbody corrosion on the suspension subframes and rear axle beam, areas which can be vulnerable to rust on a car of this vintage even when the MOT tester has not yet recorded an advisory. The clutch take-up point should be examined for any slippage under load or juddering when pulling away, and the manual or automatic transmission should be confirmed to select all gears smoothly without hesitation or clonking on engagement. Finally, given the higher mileage, confirming a full service history with evidence of recent timing chain, cambelt, and automatic transmission fluid renewals where applicable will be essential, as these major maintenance items represent significant upcoming costs if due.