2022 Nissan Qashqai Acenta Prem DIG-T Mhev 1.3L Hybrid electric (clean) · SA72 PLF

The most recent DVSA MOT test for this 2022 Nissan Qashqai, conducted on 24 September 2025, resulted in an initial failure due to a dangerous nearside rear tyre with tread depth below the legal 1.6mm minimum, followed by a pass on the same date once remedial action was taken. Both the failure and the subsequent pass were accompanied by advisories for the offside rear tyre and the nearside front tyre, both noted as worn close to the legal limit or worn on the edge. Given that this is the only recorded test in the supplied history, the maintenance trend cannot be charted over multiple cycles, but the cluster of tyre-related defects at a single test is a significant indicator of either aggressive wheel alignment, neglected rotation, or a driving pattern involving heavy cornering loads. The presence of a dangerous category defect is also worth flagging, as this represents the most severe classification under the MOT regime, denoting an immediate and serious risk to road safety. Against a vehicle age of approximately four years, the recorded mileage of 49,968 miles equates to an annual average of around 12,492 miles, which sits notably above the typical private-use benchmark of 8,000 to 10,000 miles per year. This higher-than-average usage carries direct mechanical implications, particularly for consumable wear items such as brake pads and discs, clutch components on the manual variant, and driveline components including the mild hybrid system ancillaries. Although higher mileage alone is not a defect, it suggests the vehicle has seen consistent real-world use rather than extended standing periods, which can be beneficial in preventing issues such as binding calipers, brake disc corrosion, and perishing of rubber components from inactivity. However, the buyer should anticipate that items such as tyres, brake friction material, and possibly the auxiliary 12V battery may be approaching the midpoint of their service life, or indeed due for replacement imminently. The repeated tyre advisories and the dangerous failure warrant particular scrutiny during any pre-purchase inspection, as edge wear patterns on both front and rear axles are characteristic of misalignment, worn suspension bushes, or weakened coil springs. On a test drive, the buyer should listen for clonks or knocks from the suspension over uneven surfaces, observe whether the vehicle tracks straight without pulling to one side, and check for uneven or feathered tread across the full width of each tyre rather than just at the edges. It would also be prudent to request a recent geometry printout or have the wheel alignment independently measured, as simply replacing the tyres without correcting the underlying cause will result in the same wear pattern reappearing prematurely. The nearside front tyre advisory should be examined carefully for any camber wear, which could indicate a worn lower wishbone bush or top mount, both relatively common on Qashqai examples of this generation. Beyond the tyre concerns, the relatively high annual mileage justifies a thorough inspection of the braking system, with particular attention to disc lipping, pad material remaining, and any signs of fluid degradation or moisture ingress in the brake fluid, which is typically recommended for renewal every two years regardless of mileage. The mild hybrid system, including the 12V lithium-ion battery and the brake energy regeneration components, should be checked for any warning messages on the dashboard, and a diagnostic scan is advisable to confirm no stored fault codes related to the hybrid system or emissions. Given the four-year age point, the original Nissan service schedule would also dictate that items such as the cabin and pollen filters, spark plugs on the DIG-T petrol engine, and the coolant should have been renewed at least once, so the buyer should verify full service history stamps and invoices. Finally, a careful visual inspection of the underside for any fluid leaks from the engine, gearbox, or differential seals, together with a check for corrosion on the exhaust system and suspension arms, will help confirm whether this higher-mileage example has been conscientiously maintained or merely driven hard between services.