2010 Nissan Qashqai 1.5L Diesel · PL10 HHY

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile, evidenced by three clean passes in the most recent MOT inspections. The latest test conducted in January 2024 at 148,478 miles resulted in no defects, indicating that the vehicle met all safety and emissions standards at that time. This follows a period of consistent performance since 2021, suggesting that the mechanical and structural components have been maintained to a standard that prevents recurring failures in recent years. The mileage accumulation pattern is consistent with a 16-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 9,280 miles per annum. A notable gap in records exists between January 2021 and January 2022, where the car covered 10,000 miles in a single year. However, the usage slowed significantly recently between November 2023 and January 2024, with only 1,030 miles recorded over two months. This suggests the vehicle may have been used for short trips or sat stationary recently, which can sometimes lead to minor corrosion on brake components or seized sensors if not driven regularly. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the suspension components common to high-mileage Qashqais, specifically the front control arms, bushes, and coil springs. While the recent records are clean, the failure in January 2022 at 147,397 miles indicates a defect that required rectification shortly before a successful pass. Given the age and mileage, a thorough check of the braking system for thinning discs or binding calipers is necessary, as the MOT does not measure the remaining life of life on these consumable items. The exhaust and subframe should also be inspected for signs of structural rust or perforation, as these are common points of failure for this model as they age.