2011 Nissan Qashqai 1.5L Diesel · PO11 XHW

The vehicle is currently roadworthy following a clean pass in November 2025 at 110,400 miles. However, the recent history reveals a reactive maintenance pattern rather than proactive care. Between January and August 2025, the car suffered two consecutive failures due to a cluster of mechanical defects involving suspension components, braking systems, and tyre wear. While the immediate defects were rectified, the frequency of failures suggests that the previous owner only addressed mechanical issues once they reached the point of legal failure. At 110,400 miles over 15 years, the Nissan Qashai has averaged approximately 7,360 miles per year, which is consistent with typical low-intensity usage. The data shows a significant spike in activity between January 2024 and January 2025, where the vehicle covered over 7,000 miles in just fourteen months. This recent period likely contributed to the accelerated wear of consumables, such as the rapid deterioration of the CV boots and the exhaustion of the brake pads noted in the early 2025 tests. A buyer must carefully inspect the front suspension geometry, as the record shows a recurring history of failing track rod ends and arm ball joints. The tester flagged excessive play in these components in August 2025, following an advisory for slight play months prior in January of that same year. Additionally, the offside front drive shaft should be visually inspected for further tearing or grease leakage, as the CV boot was a persistent point of failure across multiple test cycles. Structural attention is also required regarding the lower chassis components. The 2024 test noted corrosion on the rear sub-frame and rear suspension arms. Although these were described as not seriously weakened at that time, corrosion on vehicles of this age tends to progress rapidly. The parking brake should also be tested during a test drive, as it failed with less than 50% efficiency in early 2025, indicating potential wear on the cables or mechanism.