2011 Nissan Qashqai 1.5L Diesel · SL11 TKD

The vehicle currently holds a roadworthy status following a successful MOT on January 3 2026 at 89,298 miles. However, the maintenance trend shows a period of significant instability in late 2025. While the most recent test was clean, the car underwent three consecutive failures within a two-week window in December 2025. This suggests a specific mechanical or emissions issue was present that required immediate attention to rectify before the vehicle could meet legal standards again. The mileage profile is notably low for a fifteen-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 6,000 miles per year. There is a distinct gap in usage data between the 2024 test at 78,213 miles and the December 2025 failures, where the car covered roughly 11,000 miles in a short period. This pattern indicates the vehicle may have sat stationary for long periods or was used only for very short urban trips. Such usage patterns often lead to the degradation of rubber-based components, seized brake calipers, and internal fluid corrosion despite the low odometer reading. A buyer must investigate the specific faults that caused the three failures in December 2025, as the record does not detail the technical reasons for those rejects. Given the age and low mileage, a physical inspection should focus on structural corrosion on the subframe and exhaust system, which are common failure points on this model. Check the suspension bushes for cracking and verify that the brake discs are not pitted, as age-related wear often outweighs mileage-related wear on vehicles of this vintage.