2014 Nissan Qashqai 1.6L Diesel · VO14 ADU

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance history reveals a pattern of reactive repairs rather than preventative care. The most recent test in January 2026 at 105,473 miles noted a binding nearside front brake, which suggests a recurring issue with caliper performance or piston corrosion. While the car passed its latest inspection, the trend between 2021 and 2025 shows multiple failures involving suspension and steering, indicating that components are often only addressed once they reach a point of failure. The mileage progression is consistent with a 12-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 8,800 miles per year. There is a significant gap in records between June 2019 and January 2021, where the car covered only about 16,000 miles. Since 2021, the usage has accelerated, covering over 35,000 miles in five years. This increase in annual mileage correlates with the higher frequency of faults related to rubber components, such as the perished gaiters and worn bushes seen in the later test dates. A buyer must focus closely on the front suspension assembly, as the record shows repeated failures of ball joint dust covers and track rod ends between 2023 and 2025. The offside front suspension arm bush was previously flagged as worn, and the buyer should check for excessive play or uneven wear to ensure the issue has not developed. Additionally, the binding nearside front brake noted in 2026 requires a physical inspection of the caliper and disc surface to ensure there is no significant heat damage or uneven wear that could lead to future failure.