2010 Nissan Qashqai 2.0L Diesel · RJ10 FPY

The vehicle remains roadworthy, though the maintenance trend shows a developing pattern of suspension-related wear. In the most recent test in September 2025 at 93,405 miles, the tester identified a worn offside front suspension arm pin or bush and slight play in the steering rack. This follows a history of similar bushing issues noted in 2022, indicating that the front end components are reaching the end of their functional life despite the low annual mileage. The mileage profile is notably low for a 16-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 5,838 miles per year. This low usage is consistent across the record, moving from 46,895 miles in 2013 to 93,405 miles in 2025. However, the long intervals between tests in some periods have contributed to age-related degradation of rubber components and tyre sidewalls, as evidenced by cracked sidewalls and perished bushes noted in various advisories between 2015 and 2019. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the front suspension geometry, as ball joints, bushes, and steering components have failed repeatedly over the last decade. The failure in 2019 due to a rough wheel bearing and excessively worn ball joint suggests that the front assembly is prone to stress despite the low mileage. Given the recent advisory of play in the steering rack in 2025, a professional check of the steering rack and rack mounts is essential to ensure this is not a developing mechanical failure.