2009 Nissan Qashqai 2.0L Diesel · SW09 BWU

The vehicle currently presents a stable roadworthiness status following a period of inconsistency in its testing history. The most recent MOT conducted on 30 January 2023 at 108,001 miles passed with no recorded defects, indicating that the mechanical issues identified in previous years were addressed. However, because the last test took place over three years ago, the current roadworthiness of the vehicle is unverified and a fresh inspection is mandatory to ensure no significant degradation has occurred since the last clearance. The mileage pattern is consistent with a vehicle used for light annual commuting, averaging approximately 6,350 miles per year. There is a notable gap in usage between January 2021 and December 2021, where the car covered only 900 miles in nearly eleven months, followed by a more active period where it clocked nearly 700 miles between the December 2021 and March 2022 tests. While the low overall mileage generally reduces wear on drivetrain components, long periods of standing can lead to perished rubber seals, seized brake calipers, and internal corrosion if the vehicle has not been driven regularly. A buyer should prioritize a physical inspection of the suspension components and underbody, as the failures recorded in early 2021 suggest that mechanical areas required attention at that time. Given the age of the Qashqai, a close look at structural corrosion on the sills and subframe is critical, as MOT tests only detect rust once it becomes structurally significant. The buyer should also check for binding brakes and play in suspension bushes to ensure the clean record from 2023 reflects the current mechanical state of the vehicle.