2020 Nissan Qashqai 1.3L Petrol · VK20 BWW

The 2020 Nissan Qashqai presents a generally sound roadworthiness profile, with the most recent MOT conducted on 13 March 2026 at 62,592 miles returning a pass. However, the maintenance trend is not entirely stable. The most recent test flagged both front brake discs as worn, pitted, or scored, though not seriously weakened. This is a notable shift from the clean pass recorded on 7 March 2024 at 34,017 miles, suggesting front brake wear has accelerated over the last two years. The 2025 test at 49,477 miles already showed a front brake disc advisory, indicating a progressive issue rather than a sudden failure. The pattern implies the front braking system has been under sustained stress or the discs have not been replaced in a timely manner. Mileage accumulation is consistent with typical use for a six-year-old vehicle. Between March 2023 and March 2024, the car covered approximately 17,018 miles, and from March 2024 to March 2025 it added 15,460 miles. The final interval from March 2025 to March 2026 shows a much smaller increase of 13,115 miles, suggesting either reduced use or a change in ownership pattern. There are no significant gaps in the MOT record, with annual tests filed consistently each spring, which supports reasonable ongoing compliance rather than neglect. The recurring front brake disc wear is the primary mechanical concern for any prospective buyer. Pitting and scoring on both discs, noted as recently as March 2026, can compromise braking efficiency, increase stopping distances, and accelerate pad wear. A physical inspection should verify whether the discs have been replaced since the last test or whether the advisory remains unresolved. The nearside front tyre advisory from March 2025, flagged as worn close to the legal limit, also points to uneven wear patterns that could indicate alignment issues or suspension component degradation. Given the vehicle's age and mileage, the front suspension bushes, coil springs, and shock absorbers deserve close examination, as these components commonly deteriorate under sustained load and contribute to uneven tyre wear. A thorough underbody inspection for corrosion is advisable, particularly around the subframe and suspension mounting points, even though no structural defects have yet appeared on the record.