2010 Nissan Qashqai 1.5L Diesel · SA10 VGF

The vehicle currently holds a roadworthy status following a clean pass on May 15, 2024 at 127,207 miles. However, the maintenance history reveals a reactive repair pattern rather than proactive care. The failure just one day prior at 127,202 miles highlighted multiple critical defects including excessively worn front suspension ball joints and bushes, alongside a dangerously damaged tyre with exposed cords. While these issues were addressed to secure the subsequent pass, the trend suggests the previous owner only rectified mechanical faults when necessitated by an MOT test failure. At 127,207 miles over 16 years, the Qashqai averages approximately 7,950 miles per annum, which aligns with typical national averages for its age. The mileage accumulation remains steady between test intervals, with roughly 6,400 miles covered between 2022 and 2023, and another 6,300 miles leading into the 2024 tests. This consistency indicates the vehicle is used regularly, though the age of the car increases the likelihood of natural degradation in rubber components and metalwork. A physical inspection must focus on the structural integrity and front suspension assembly. The 2023 test noted corrosion on the integral body structure and both front and rear suspension arms; while not deemed seriously weakened at that time, rust on this model requires close monitoring for the sills and sub mounting points. Given the previous play in the steering rack inner joints recorded in 2021 and the worn arm bushes in 2024, the buyer should check for any steering play or knocking noises over uneven surfaces to ensure the recent repairs have fully stabilised the front-end geometry.