2015 Nissan Qashqai 1.2L Petrol · SC15 UVU

The most recent MOT, carried out on 13 December 2025, was passed with no recorded defects, indicating that the vehicle currently meets the statutory safety and emissions standards. Over the preceding five years the MOT record shows a significant improvement: a serious failure in 2022 involving multiple severely weakened brake discs and a damaged steering‑linkage dust cover was followed by a series of passes, albeit with a number of advisories relating to suspension bush wear, tyre tread condition and light oil misting from the front shock absorbers. The trend therefore appears to be stabilising, with the major safety‑critical items apparently addressed, but there remains a pattern of wear items that are recurring and merit close scrutiny. With 61,940 miles recorded on a 2015 model, the average annual mileage works out at roughly 5,600 mi, well below the typical UK usage of 10‑12 000 mi per year. Such low utilisation often points to periods of limited driving or extended storage, which can be as consequential as high mileage. While the reduced wear on engine and drivetrain components is a benefit, prolonged standing can accelerate rubber perishing, battery sulphation, and corrosion of suspension joints and brake hardware. Any abrupt spikes in mileage that are not evident from the MOT log should be questioned, as they may indicate undocumented high‑stress use. Prospective buyers should give particular attention to the front suspension and steering assemblies. The advisory on the nearside front suspension rod bush suggests progressive wear that can manifest as a loose feeling when turning or a clunk from the wheel arch under cornering loads; a visual inspection of the bush for cracks, oil leakage or excessive play, and a test‑drive check for any wandering or uneven tyre wear, is essential. The offside front shock absorber’s light oil mist is a sign of seal degradation; this can lead to reduced damping, a mushy ride and increased stress on the chassis. Listen for a thudding or squeaking on bumps and examine the shock for oil stains on the surrounding bodywork. Tyre condition also warrants close examination: both front tyres have been flagged for edge wear and approaching the legal tread limit, so a fresh tread depth measurement on all four wheels is advisable, together with a check for sidewall cracking that can arise from age rather than mileage. Given the 2022 brake‑disc failure, confirm that the inner and outer discs on all corners have been replaced and are now within thickness specifications; inspect the rotors for scoring, rust or uneven wear and test the brakes for pedal firmness, absence of pulsation and consistent stopping distances. As the vehicle is approaching a decade in age, a thorough review of time‑based items is prudent: verify the condition of the 12 V battery (voltage and cranking performance), ensure that coolant, brake fluid and gearbox oil have been refreshed within the recommended intervals, and look for any corrosion on the under‑body, wheel arches and exhaust system that can develop during periods of inactivity. A complete service book, with stamps confirming these maintenance actions, will provide the strongest reassurance of the car’s ongoing roadworthiness.