2015 Nissan Qashqai 1.5L Diesel · SC03 DRY

The vehicle is currently roadworthy and demonstrates a clear trend of improving maintenance following a poor inspection. After a significant failure in May 2022, the car has passed three consecutive MOT tests without a single defect. The most recent test conducted in May 2025 at 66,636 miles confirms that the mechanical and structural components monitored by the DVSA are currently meeting the minimum safety standards. The mileage pattern is consistent with a low-use vehicle of this age, averaging approximately 6,000 miles per year. The record shows steady progression, moving from 44,256 miles in 2022 to 66,636 miles in 2025. This low annual mileage suggests less mechanical wear on the drivetrain and engine components compared to high-mileage examples. However, the long intervals between tests can sometimes lead to rubber-based components perishing, which was previously noted in the May 2022 record. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the condition of the tyres and braking system. The 2022 failure highlighted multiple critical issues, including worn rear brake pads and four tyres with cuts, nails, or perishing. While these appear to have been rectified given the subsequent passes, the buyer must verify the current tyre set for sidewall cracking and adequate tread depth. Given the low mileage, checking the suspension bushes and rubber hoses for signs of age cracking is also advisable, as these parts can degrade through age rather than distance driven.