2017 Nissan Qashqai 1.5L Diesel · SK17 RGX

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history indicates a trend of reactive repairs rather than preventative care. While it passed its most recent test in August 2025 at 125,166 miles, it had failed just one week prior due to a fractured offside rear coil spring and a perished nearside rear tyre. The recurring nature of suspension-related failures across multiple years suggests that components are only being addressed once they reach a point of failure rather than during scheduled service intervals. At 125,166 miles over nine years, this Qashqai has averaged approximately 14,000 miles per annum, which sits above the national average for its age bracket. The data shows a significant mileage gap between July 2024 and August 2025, where the vehicle covered over 15,000 miles in thirteen months, indicating consistent heavy use. This high mileage puts accelerated stress on drivetrain components and suspension bushings, which aligns with the frequent wear-related defects noted in the MOT history. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the front and rear suspension. The record flagged a nearside front suspension arm ball joint dust cover in 2023 and inner-edge tyre wear on the offside front in 2024, which often points to poor wheel alignment or worn steering components. The inspector should check for signs of play in the ball joints and excessive corrosion on the coil springs, as the vehicle already demonstrated mechanical failure in these specific areas. The tyre condition also requires close scrutiny as the nearside rear tyre was flagged for cracking and perishing in both 2024 and 2025. Given the age of the vehicle and the high mileage, the rubber compound may be hardening despite sufficient tread depth. The buyer should also verify the braking system for binding calipers or thin discs, as the high-mileage profile typically leads to accelerated thermal wear on these components.