2015 Nissan Qashqai 1.2L Petrol · S22 MTW

The vehicle maintains a roadworthy status, though the maintenance trend shows a recent shift towards minor component wear. The most recent test in October 2025 at 61,434 miles yielded a pass but introduced an advisory for rear brake discs that were pitted and scored. This indicates that while the braking system remains functional, the surface integrity of the metal is beginning to degrade, likely due to the low-mileage usage pattern or periods of inactivity. The mileage profile is notably low for an eleven-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 5,585 miles per year. The data shows a consistent and steady usage pattern, with the car covering only 2,555 miles between the October 2023 and 2024 tests and 1,975 miles thereafter. This low annual mileage suggests the vehicle has not undergone significant mechanical stress from long motorway journeys, though low-mileage cars often suffer from accelerated surface corrosion on braking components and suspension that are not frequently used, as seen in the recent pitting of the rear discs. A buyer should specifically inspect the steering assembly to ensure the nearside front steering rack gaiter identified in the November 2022 failure was properly replaced and is not currently leaking fluid. A torn gaiter can lead to premature rack failure if grit enters the mechanism. Given the advisory on the rear brake discs, a physical inspection of the pad thickness and disc condition is necessary to determine if immediate replacement is required. Additionally, check the suspension bushes for cracking, as rubber components can perish over a decade regardless of low mileage.