2012 Nissan Qashqai 1.6L Petrol · SF08 ADF

The 2012 Nissan Qashqai has passed its most recent MOT on 31 December 2025 at 62,392 miles, though the test required items to be removed from the driver’s view prior to inspection—a procedural note that suggests minor obstructions (e.g., loose trim or interior clutter) were addressed. The overall trend in the MOT history is stable but not exemplary, with no major recurring structural failures, though tyre wear and suspension components have been intermittently problematic. The last two tests (2025 and 2024) show no defects, indicating the vehicle was in compliant condition at those points, but the 2023 and 2022 tests reveal targeted issues: worn brake discs and a loose anti-roll bar ball joint in 2022, alongside persistent near-side tyre wear. This suggests the vehicle has been driven responsibly but not maintained with strict adherence to pre-emptive care. The mileage progression of approximately 4,457 miles per year is unusually low for a vehicle of this age, particularly given the 2022–2023 gap where only 1,796 miles were accumulated over 14 months. This could imply periods of inactivity or light use, which may have mitigated some wear but also allowed for potential corrosion or degradation of static components like suspension bushes or underbody panels. The 2023–2024 jump of 4,485 miles in a year suggests a return to regular driving, though the lack of defects in 2024 may reflect either fortunate timing or effective interim maintenance. The most recent MOT, just six months old, aligns with current DVSA guidelines, but the preceding irregular mileage pattern warrants scrutiny of components prone to neglect during prolonged storage. A buyer should prioritise a thorough inspection of the suspension geometry, particularly the anti-roll bar linkages and bushings, given the 2022 advisory for slight play in the offside front ball joint. The recurring near-side tyre wear—flagged in 2022, 2023, and 2025—implies either misalignment, uneven loading, or aggressive cornering habits; all three should be checked alongside the current tread depth. Brake discs were noted as worn in 2023, so the condition of both front and rear discs, as well as caliper binding (common in older Qashqai models), should be verified. Finally, the underbody and wheel arches should be examined for corrosion, especially given the low mileage periods that may have allowed moisture accumulation. Documentation of any previous repairs to these areas would further clarify the vehicle’s long-term care.