2008 Nissan Qashqai 2.0L Diesel · PK08 AEX

The vehicle remains roadworthy but the maintenance history shows a clear trend of deteriorating suspension-related rubber components. The most recent test in November 2025 at 107,356 miles flagged worn bushes on both nearside and offside front suspension arms, alongside a perished offside rear tyre. This follows a pattern established in November 2024 where the nearside front lower ball joint was noted for having play. While the vehicle consistently passes its tests, the front suspension assembly is showing progressive wear that will eventually require comprehensive replacement. At 107,356 miles, the vehicle has covered relatively low mileage for its eighteen-year age, averaging approximately 6,000 miles per year. The mileage accumulation is consistent in recent years, with roughly 33,000 miles covered between November 2020 and November 2025. However, low-frequency use often correlates with the accelerated degradation of rubber components and tyres, as evidenced by the recurring reports of perished bushes dating back to 2012 and the cracking of the rear tyre in 2025 despite the low overall mileage. A prospective buyer should conduct a thorough physical inspection of the front suspension, specifically checking the control arm bushes and ball joints for excessive movement, as these have been recurring failure points for a decade. The brake history shows a pattern of thin rear pads, noted in 2020, 2021, and 2022, suggesting long intervals between service interventions. Given the age and mention of under-tray obscuring the underside, a visual check is necessary to ensure no structural corrosion is developing hidden, which is a common risk for this model around the sills and wheel arches.