2012 Nissan Qashqai 1.5L Diesel · ST61 KUG

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history shows a recurring trend of suspension wear and environmental corrosion. While the most recent test in May 2026 at 157,778 miles noted a worn nearside front suspension arm bush, this represents a regression from the clean record in 2024 following a failure for worn arm bushes, anti-roll bar ball joints, and CV boots. The data suggests that while major failures are addressed, the vehicle suffers from ongoing reactive rather than preventative maintenance. The recorded mileage of 157,778 miles over 14 years reflects an annual average of approximately 11,270 miles, which aligns with typical UK usage for a vehicle of this age. There is a significant gap of over 32,000 miles between the July 2023 test at 87,736 miles and the May 2025 test at 120,454 miles. This period of high usage likely accelerated the degradation of the rubber components and brake pipes noted the appearance of surface rust across the chassis. A buyer must conduct a thorough inspection of the underbody to assess the extent of the corrosion mentioned in multiple tests. The 2025 record flagged a corroded offside rear brake pipe hidden by grease, and the 2026 test noted general underbody corrosion, suggesting the structural integrity requires close monitoring. Attention should be paid to the front suspension geometry and track rod ends, as these have repeatedly appeared as points of failure over the last three years. The presence of an oil leak noted in 2025 also requires verification to ensure it has not worsened since the last inspection.