2013 Nissan Qashqai 1.6L Petrol · V8 HOM

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance history reveals a pattern of reactive rather than preventative mechanical care. The most recent test on 12 December 2025 at 97,008 miles shows a pass only after a failure just three miles prior. That failure identified critical issues including thin rear brake pads and a worn offside front track rod end. While the vehicle passed the latest inspection, the recurring nature of suspension and brake failures suggests that the owner only addresses faults once they reach the point of legal test failure. At 97,008 miles over 13 years, the Qashqai averages approximately 7,500 miles per year, which aligns with typical UK usage for its age. The mileage data shows consistent annual testing, with roughly 8,400 miles driven between December 2024 and December 2025, and another 8,400 miles in the preceding year. This steady usage suggests the car is driven regularly, though the age of the vehicle means that rubber components and metal brackets are susceptible to degradation regardless of low mileage. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the front suspension, as the record shows repeated failures of ball joints and track rod ends in both 2023 and 2025. The 2023 test noted corrosion on the lower suspension arms; while not marked as seriously weakened at that time, this should be revisited to ensure the rust has not progressed. Furthermore, the persistent advisory regarding the nearside rear tyre being worn on the edge across three years from 2023 to 2025 indicates a potential alignment issue or a failing camber component that remains unaddressed.