2016 Nissan Qashqai 1.2L Petrol · VN66 WHT

The 2016 Nissan Qashqai currently holds a valid MOT that was issued on 10 April 2026 at 62,214 miles, making the certificate relatively fresh at just over two months old. The maintenance trend is broadly stable but punctuated by recurring suspension and exhaust issues that suggest a pattern of reactive rather than preventative upkeep. In the most recent test, the tester flagged slight play in the Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint as an advisory, while the preceding failure on the same day identified an Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint with play and a degraded dust cover, a major exhaust leak, and a Lambda reading outside specified limits. These were rectified before the pass, yet the same track rod advisory has persisted across consecutive tests, indicating a component that may be approaching the end of its serviceable life rather than a sudden failure. The mileage progression is consistent and unremarkable for a vehicle of this age. Between the April 2024 pass at 51,157 miles and the April 2025 failure at 56,838 miles, the car covered 5,681 miles in twelve months. The subsequent jump to 62,214 miles by April 2026 represents 5,376 miles over the following year, confirming a steady annual rate of roughly 5,500 miles. There are no suspicious gaps or sudden accumulation spikes in the recorded data. The mileage profile suggests regular, moderate use rather than prolonged standing or high-intensity motorway work. A buyer should pay close attention to the front suspension and steering components during any in-person inspection. Excessive play has been flagged repeatedly in track rod ends and anti-roll bar linkage ball joints across multiple tests, and degraded dust covers on the Offside Front Lower Suspension arm and anti-roll bar linkage suggest contamination may be accelerating wear. The rear brake pads were noted as very close to the 1.5 mm legal limit in April 2025, and both rear tyres showed cracking and a puncture, so a thorough check of rear braking components and tyre condition is warranted. The exhaust system has a documented history of leaks, from a minor middle section leak in April 2025 to a major centre leak in April 2026, which warrants inspection for corrosion or failed joints, particularly if the Lambda reading issue points toward a deteriorating catalytic converter or sensor. The recurring nature of these advisories and failures suggests previous owners addressed immediate MOT failures rather than undertaking comprehensive preventative maintenance, so a full suspension and exhaust inspection by an independent garage would be a prudent step before purchase.