2012 Nissan Qashqai 1.6L Petrol · RV12 DLX

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance history shows a worsening trend regarding suspension components. While it passed the most recent test in November 2025 at 107,486 miles, the tester identified play in the nearside front suspension arm ball joint and a worn offside front bush. This represents a regression from the November 2023 failure, where both front ball joints were flagged as excessively worn. The recurring nature of these faults suggests that the front-end geometry is reaching the end of its functional life and requires proactive attention. The mileage pattern is consistent with a 14-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 7,700 miles per year. The record shows steady annual usage, with roughly 7,000 miles covered between the 2024 and 2025 tests, and another 7,000 miles leading up to the 2024 inspection. This regularity suggests the car has been used consistently rather than left stationary for long periods, which typically accounts for the gradual degradation of rubber bushes and metal components seen in the advisory notes. A buyer must conduct a thorough inspection of the rear chassis to assess the extent of the corrosion noted in November 2024 at 100,424 miles. Although the report stated the arms were not seriously weakened at that time, corrosion on Qashqai suspension components often progresses rapidly. The steering rack inner joints flagged in 2022 should be re-checked for remaining play, as they were not explicitly cleared in subsequent tests. Given the 2023 failure for low parking brake efficiency and structural tyre failures, the braking system should be tested to ensure the previous repairs were effective and that no calipers are currently binding.