2017 Nissan Qashqai 1.6L Diesel · VE17 VRL

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile with a recent pass in February 2026, though the maintenance trend shows a shift toward neglected consumable components. While the car passed its most recent test at 52,131 miles, the tester flagged multiple advisories regarding all four tyres perishing or cracking, alongside thinning rear brake pads. This indicates that while the vehicle remains legal, the previous owner is currently allowing wear-and-tear items to reach the end of their service life without proactive replacement. The mileage history reflects exceptionally low usage for a nine-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 5,792 miles per year. The data shows a consistent upward trajectory, moving from 14,264 miles in June 2020 to 52,131 miles in February 2026. The relatively low annual distance explains the clean MOT results seen between 2020 and 2024, where no defects were recorded. However, the recent jump of roughly 10,000 miles between the February 2025 and February 2026 tests suggests a slight increase in recent driving frequency compared to the earlier years of the vehicle's life. A prospective buyer should prioritise a physical inspection of the tyre sidewalls and tread depth to address the perishing noted in the February 2026 record. The cracking suggests the rubber is ageing due to time rather than just mileage, which is common in low-use vehicles. You must also verify the remaining thickness of the rear brake pads and check the brake discs for uneven wear or scoring. Given the history of windscreen wiper failure in February 2024, a quick check of the wiper blades and the washer system is advisable to ensure all minor consumables are in good order.