2020 Nissan Qashqai 1.3L Petrol · SY20 MHN

The vehicle remains roadworthy, but the maintenance history shows a worsening trend regarding brake and tyre condition. During the most recent test in June 2025 at 33,479 miles, the tester identified multiple defects across all four wheels, including thin pads and pitted or scored discs. This represents a progression from the March 2023 test, where only the front discs were flagged, suggesting that the braking system is now reaching a point of comprehensive overhaul. The mileage profile is notably low for a six-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 5,580 miles per year. Between March 2023 at 19,712 miles and June 2024 at 27,417 miles, the car covered roughly 7,700 miles in fifteen months. While the low mileage generally reduces mechanical wear on the drivetrain, the recurring advisories for cracking and perishing on all four tyres in both 2024 and 2025 indicate that the rubber components are degrading due to age and stationary periods rather than mileage-related wear. A buyer must prioritise a thorough inspection of the braking assembly to ensure the reported pitting on the discs has not compromised their structural integrity. Given that the 2025 record flagged thin pads and discs on both axles, a full replacement of pads and discs is likely required to restore performance. Additionally, the tyres should be checked for deep sidewall cracking, as the repeated failures for perishing suggest the rubber is nearing the end of its safe life despite having sufficient tread depth.