2016 Nissan Qashqai 1.5L Diesel · VN66 DYV

The most recent DVSA MOT test on this 2016 Nissan Qashqai was conducted on 30 October 2025 and resulted in a pass with no defects or advisories recorded, which is the most reassuring immediate outcome for a prospective buyer. Reviewing the broader history, the vehicle has alternated between pass and fail outcomes, with failed tests recorded on 29 October 2025 and 27 October 2023, both immediately followed by a pass the next day. The close proximity of each failure to a subsequent pass strongly suggests these were likely retests following minor rectification work rather than persistent underlying mechanical issues, and crucially no advisory or defect details are recorded against any of the tests, which means we have no documented evidence of ongoing wear problems such as corroded brake lines, deteriorated suspension components, or tyre condition failures. Overall, the maintenance trend appears broadly stable, with the absence of any recorded advisories across five tests indicating that nothing has been flagged by DVSA examiners as approaching the failure threshold. The recorded mileage of 64,106 miles on a ten-year-old vehicle equates to an annual average of approximately 6,411 miles, which sits comfortably within the typical usage band for a car of this age and segment. There is no evidence of unusually high motorway mileage that would accelerate wear on the clutch, turbocharger, or drivetrain, nor are there any significant unexplained gaps in the recorded mileage that might suggest periods of prolonged standing. At this moderate usage level, consumables such as brake pads, discs, tyres, and the 12V battery should have worn at a predictable pace, though it remains important to verify that services have been carried out at the correct calendar intervals as well as mileage intervals, particularly given that low annual mileage can mean time-based degradation becomes the dominant factor in component failure. Given the clean MOT record with no advisories, attention during a physical inspection should focus on age- and time-related degradation rather than specific flagged defects. The tyres should be examined closely for sidewall perishing and cracking from age, as rubber compounds deteriorate with calendar exposure regardless of tread depth, and any tyres over five or six years old should be regarded as nearing the end of their safe service life even if legal tread remains. The braking system should be checked for binding calipers and corroded brake disc surfaces, both of which are common after periods of light use or short urban journeys, and a test drive should include several firm stops from moderate speed to confirm there is no brake shudder or pull to either side. The underside and wheel arches warrant a thorough examination for surface corrosion, particularly around suspension mounting points, subframe seams, and brake line runs, as the Qashqai of this generation can show early corrosion in these areas. Further inspection should cover the time-served items that an MOT does not directly assess. The 12V battery should be load-tested, as a ten-year-old battery is well beyond its expected service life and prone to sudden failure, particularly given the modest annual mileage which means the alternator may not have fully recharged it during infrequent short trips. All fluids should be checked for condition and replacement history, with particular attention to engine oil, coolant, brake fluid, and the automatic CVT or manual transmission fluid as applicable, as calendar-based servicing is essential for vehicles used lightly. On the test drive, listen for any suspension clonks or knocks over speed humps and uneven surfaces, which would suggest worn anti-roll bar bushes, drop links, or strut top mountings, and observe the steering for vagueness or uneven tyre wear that could indicate worn suspension arms or bushes. Finally, verify the service book history and ensure that cambelt or timing chain replacement has been addressed according to manufacturer schedule, as the 1.5 and 1.6 diesel and petrol units fitted to this model have specific replacement intervals that must not be overlooked.