2010 Nissan Qashqai 1.5L Diesel · SM10 YHC

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history reveals a pattern of reactive rather than proactive care. The most recent MOT test in June 2025 at 97,339 miles shows a pass following an initial failure, indicating the owner addressed a bald front tyre, a failed registration plate lamp, and a damaged track rod end boot. While the vehicle passed the test, the recurring nature of lighting issues and mechanical wear across the last three years suggests that faults are often only rectified when they threaten to cause a MOT test failure. At 16 years old, the recorded 97,339 miles represent an average usage of approximately 6,100 miles per year, which is consistent with low-intensity regional commuting. The data shows steady mileage progression, with roughly 4,400 miles driven between July 2023 and July 2024, and another 5,200 miles between July 2024 and June 2025. This consistent usage suggests the vehicle was not subjected to extreme stress, though the age of the components means rubber parts degrading despite the low mileage. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the front suspension and drivetrain. The record specifically notes play in the steering rack inner joints and anti-roll bar linkages in 2023, followed by a split inner CV boot in 2024. These issues indicate developing wear in the steering geometry that could lead to expensive repairs if ignored. Furthermore, the front oil leak identified in 2025 requires close monitoring; although the tester did not find it excessive at the time, persistent leaks on aging engines often indicate failing seals or gaskets that will eventually worsen.