2010 Nissan Qashqai 1.5L Diesel · PJ10 HND

The vehicle currently presents a stable roadworthiness status, evidenced by a clean pass in March 2026 at 96,224 miles with no recorded defects. This indicates an improving maintenance trend following a period of documented mechanical concern between 2023 and 2024. While the most recent test is perfect, the historical cluster of advisories suggests that the previous owner only recently addressed significant suspension and steering issues that surfaced during earlier inspections. The mileage pattern remains consistent with a low-use profile for its age, averaging approximately 6,000 miles per year over the last four years. The record shows steady progression from 79,836 miles in February 2022 to 96,224 miles in March 2026. This consistent usage suggests the vehicle has not been subjected to extreme stress cycles, though the age of the car increases the likelihood of rubber-based components and seals perishing over time regardless of the distance driven. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the front suspension geometry due to recurring faults in this area. The April 2024 test flagged play in both front ball joints and worn arm bushes, alongside a steering rack inner joint issue. While these were not noted in subsequent tests, the repetitive nature of these faults indicates a vulnerability to component wear that should be verified as being properly replaced rather than merely adjusted. The offside front CV boot deterioration noted in 2023 should also be checked for grease leakage or further tearing to prevent drive joint failure. Final attention should be paid to the tyre condition and structural integrity, as the 2024 advisory regarding perishing on the nearside rear tyre suggests age-related degradation rather than simple tread depth. Although the primary mechanical failures appear resolved, the buyer should inspect the sub-frame for surface corrosion, as this was a noted point of interest in 2023. The lack of defects in the last two MOT tests is a positive sign, but it does not negate the need for a physical check of the front-end components and bushings.