2016 Nissan Qashqai 1.2L Petrol · SF16 UGY

The most recent MOT on 2025-08-05 showed the vehicle passed with 78,501 miles, but a failure on 2025-08-04 just one day earlier revealed two critical issues: the Engine MIL (Malfunction Indicator Light) was inoperative or indicated a malfunction, and the offside rear coil spring was fractured or broken. These findings suggest urgent attention was required, and the subsequent pass implies repairs were likely completed. However, the proximity of the failure and pass raises questions about the vehicle’s reliability and the thoroughness of repairs. A recurring pattern of brake-related defects emerges from the MOT history. In 2024-08-13, the vehicle failed due to worn and pitted front and offside rear brake discs, thin offside rear brake pads, and excessive play in the offside front track rod end. A separate 2024-08-13 MOT also recorded similar brake disc issues, though this entry was marked as passed. These repeated brake problems, combined with the 2025 coil spring failure, indicate potential wear in braking systems and suspension components. The 2023 MOT was clean, but the 2024 and 2025 entries show a clear escalation in defects. The trend suggests a worsening condition, particularly in braking and steering systems. While the 2025 MOT passed, the prior failure highlights unresolved risks.