2017 Nissan Qashqai 1.5L Diesel · SB17 ABU

The 2017 Nissan Qashqai has maintained a consistent MOT pass record since its most recent test on 2025-07-14, with no defects recorded at 50,543 miles. This suggests a stable roadworthiness trend over the past three annual tests, though the duplicate entry for 2023—where both a pass and a fail appear at the same mileage—indicates a potential administrative error rather than a mechanical issue. The vehicle’s most recent MOT was conducted just under a year ago, which is acceptable but not ideal given the current date of 2026-07-25. While no recurring faults have been logged, the lack of advisories or minor defects in recent tests means no critical components have been overlooked. The mileage progression of approximately 5,600 miles per year is unusually low for a vehicle of this age, averaging just over 460 miles annually. This suggests either very light usage or prolonged periods of inactivity, which could impact fluid degradation (brakes, clutch, power steering) and suspension component wear. The gap between tests remains consistent at around 365 days, with no sudden spikes or drops in mileage between 2022 and 2025. However, the absence of higher mileage intervals makes it difficult to assess whether critical components like timing belts or water pumps have been serviced according to manufacturer intervals. Given the clean MOT history, a buyer should prioritise an inspection of fluid levels and condition—particularly brake fluid, power steering fluid, and engine oil—due to the low mileage potentially masking degraded elasticity or contamination. The suspension should be checked for uneven wear on bushes or coil springs, as prolonged standing can accelerate rubber degradation. Rear brake binding was noted in the 2023 fail (though likely a clerical duplication), so caliper and pad condition should be verified, along with disc thickness and lateral runout. Structural corrosion, particularly around wheel arches and sills, should also be examined, as rust can develop even with minimal use. Finally, the exhaust system’s integrity should be confirmed, as catalytic converter efficiency is tested annually and silent failures can occur without obvious external signs.