2017 Nissan Qashqai 1.2L Petrol · SA10 XON

A consistent pattern of clean MOT passes combined with isolated, component-specific advisories defines the mechanical profile of this 2017 Nissan Qashqai. Across all five recorded tests, the vehicle has passed without any failure items, and the advisory entries that have appeared are confined to two test events: tyre wear and cracking noted in September 2023 across both nearside and offside front positions alongside a nearside rear tyre, and rear brake pad wear flagged on the most recent pass dated 17 December 2025. The recurrence of tyre condition advisories on the front axle in 2023, followed two years later by a brake-related advisory, suggests a vehicle that is structurally and mechanically sound but is beginning to exhibit the normal consumable wear expected of a car approaching a decade in service. Importantly, no structural corrosion, suspension component defects, exhaust integrity issues, or lighting failures have been recorded, indicating the underlying chassis, powertrain, and brake hydraulic components remain in serviceable condition according to the DVSA record. The mileage profile indicates notably light usage for the vehicle's age. With 48,283 miles recorded over approximately nine years, the average annual accumulation is around 5,365 miles, well below the typical 7,000 to 10,000 miles per year expected of a family crossover in this category. The recorded test entries do not show any multi-year gaps in MOT history that would suggest extended periods off the road, but the low overall figure points to predominantly short urban journeys rather than sustained motorway use. Mechanically, this kind of usage pattern tends to produce greater wear on brake discs and pads due to frequent low-speed stopping, potential corrosion on underbody components from short trips that fail to fully dry the chassis, and ageing of rubber and plastic components such as tyres, drive belts, and bushes through calendar age rather than mileage fatigue. The rear brake pad advisory at the latest test is consistent with this pattern, as low-mileage urban driving disproportionately loads the rear axle under light braking conditions. For a prospective buyer, the priorities on inspection should align directly with the components the DVSA has previously flagged. The September 2023 advisories noted perishing and uneven wear on the front tyres, and although those specific tyres will have been replaced by now, the underlying cause of uneven inner or outer edge wear on a Qashqai of this age is commonly traced to worn front suspension components. On a test drive, listen for any knocking or clonking from the front end over uneven road surfaces, particularly over speed bumps, which would suggest tired suspension bushes, worn anti-roll bar drop links, or top mount deterioration. Pay attention to steering precision: any vagueness, tramlining over ridges, or pulling to one side under braking may indicate worn suspension arms or ageing tyre sidewalls, both plausible given the front axle wear pattern previously recorded. The nearside rear tyre perishing advisory from 2023 also warrants a check of the rear suspension geometry, so listen for any rear knocking on rougher tarmac as well. The brake system deserves focused attention, particularly given the recent advisory on rear pad wear and the implications of low-mileage driving. On a test drive, evaluate brake pedal feel for any excessive travel, sponginess, or judder under firm application, as a low-use Qashqai can suffer from corrosion of the rear brake discs, which would manifest as vibration through the pedal or steering wheel under braking. With the engine running, listen near the wheels for any scraping or grinding that could indicate pads now fully worn to metal, or any binding that suggests a sticking caliper slide pin, a common low-mileage failure point. A thorough underbody visual inspection beneath the vehicle is also advisable to confirm the absence of surface corrosion on subframe and suspension components, since short-trip usage promotes moisture retention in chassis cavities. Finally, verify that all four tyres are of matching make, tread depth, and age, as the recurring tyre advisories across multiple positions suggest this vehicle may benefit from a full set replacement if the current tyres are of differing ages or specifications.