2017 Nissan Qashqai 1.5L Diesel · VE17 ABK

The vehicle most recently passed its DVSA MOT test on 18 May 2026 with a single advisory recorded against the offside front suspension arm pin or bush, noted as worn without resulting in excessive play. Reviewing the full test history reveals a broadly stable maintenance profile, with the car passing every annual test over the recorded period and no failures or refusals issued. The pattern of advisories is consistent with progressive wear rather than any acute mechanical deterioration, with brake-related advisories appearing in 2023 and 2024, tyre condition noted in 2023 and 2025, and suspension component wear flagged in the latest test. The absence of any repeat advisories on the same component over consecutive years suggests that previously flagged items, such as the brake discs and pads, were attended to in service rather than left to degenerate. Overall, the maintenance trend can be characterised as stable and consistent with a vehicle receiving regular but not exceptional care. With 75,200 miles recorded over approximately nine years, this Qashqai has averaged around 8,356 miles per annum, which is broadly typical for a family crossover of this age and slightly above the national average. There are no extended gaps in the MOT record that would suggest long periods of standing, which is a positive indicator as it reduces the likelihood of standing-related corrosion on the brake system, deterioration of fluids, and perishing of rubber components. The annual mileage progression between tests appears steady and consistent, implying the vehicle has been in regular use rather than subjected to either severe high-mileage accumulation or extended inactivity. This pattern is mechanically favourable, as it tends to keep lubricants circulating, seals hydrated, and moving components freed from the binding and corrosion associated with prolonged standing. Prospective buyers should pay particular attention to the advisory concerning the offside front suspension arm bush, as this component governs the precise location and behaviour of the front wheel and influences both handling geometry and tyre wear patterns. On a test drive, listen for clonks or knocks transmitted through the front suspension over speed humps, uneven road surfaces, or when turning at low speed, and inspect the inner and outer shoulders of the front tyres for any signs of uneven wear, which can indicate advanced bush deterioration. The bush itself is a relatively inexpensive wear item, but replacement can involve labour for component alignment, and a garage will typically also check the nearside bush at the same time, as these components tend to wear at similar rates. It is worth confirming whether the advisory has been addressed since the test date, as continued use beyond the advisory threshold can accelerate tyre wear and compromise steering precision. Given the advisory history relating to brake discs and pads in earlier tests, the vehicle should now be approaching or due for its next brake inspection, and any prospective purchase should include a physical check of pad material thickness and disc condition, including lip measurement and surface corrosion. The rear tyre cracking advisory from 2025 is also a relevant consideration, as tyres of this age are susceptible to sidewall perishing from UV exposure and ozone degradation even at relatively modest mileage; inspect all four tyres, including the spare if fitted, for hairline cracks in the sidewall rubber and confirm the date code on the sidewall to ensure none are older than around six years. Additionally, given the vehicle's calendar age, verify the history of brake fluid replacement (typically every two years due to its hygroscopic nature), coolant renewal, and check the 12V battery for its age and load capacity, as these are time-scheduled rather than mileage-scheduled services. Finally, ensure the service book is stamped consistently with the recorded mileage and that the cambelt, if applicable to this engine variant, has been replaced in line with Nissan's published intervals.