2014 Nissan Qashqai 1.2L Petrol · WD64 PBV

This 2014 Nissan Qashqai presents an unusually strong mechanical track record for a vehicle now entering its twelfth year, having passed every statutory MOT test on file with zero advisories and zero defects recorded across five consecutive examinations from 2021 through late 2025. That clean sweep from 2021-10-14, 2022-10-14, 2023-10-25, 2024-10-11, and 2025-10-28 is notable for any twelve-year-old car, because MOT testing routinely catches early-stage wear items such as perished suspension bushes, corroded brake lines, ageing coil springs, and minor exhaust leaks. The absence of any recorded advisories means the car has consistently presented to test with roadworthy tyres, effective brakes across both axles, intact lighting and signalling systems, and no significant structural corrosion. For a prospective buyer, this represents a vehicle whose roadworthiness profile is essentially unblemished on the official record. The recorded mileage of 58,696 miles against a twelve-year registration works out to an annual average of roughly 4,891 miles, which is genuinely low and falls well below the typical 7,000 to 10,000 mile yearly figure seen on family SUVs of this era. This pattern is consistent with a second household car, short-commute use, or extended periods of standing between drives rather than sustained motorway or high-mileage running. Mechanically, the implication is twofold: on the positive side, the engine, manual or automatic gearbox, clutch assembly, and final drive components have experienced considerably less cumulative stress than the odometer might suggest for a car of this age, and wear on friction items like brake pads, discs, and tyres will have accumulated far more slowly than on a high-mileage equivalent. However, low annual mileage combined with the twelve-year age brings its own considerations: rubber components such as drive belts, coolant hoses, and suspension bushes deteriorate with calendar age and UV exposure regardless of mileage, and any seals in the engine, transmission, or differential can stiffen and weep after long standing periods. For a vehicle this age with this mileage profile, the buyer should focus the physical inspection on the age-sensitive items that MOT testing at one-year intervals may not fully capture between tests. On a test drive, listen carefully for any knocking or rattling from the front suspension over speed humps and uneven surfaces, particularly isolating noise to the lower wishbones, anti-roll bar drop links, and strut top mountings, as these are common Qashqai wear points and can deteriorate through age rather than mileage. Feel for any vagueness or knocking through the steering wheel during slow lock-to-lock manoeuvres, which can indicate worn steering rack mounts or track rod inner joints. Apply the brakes progressively from around 30 mph and check for any judder, vibration through the pedal, or pulling to one side, all of which would suggest warped front discs or a binding caliper, both plausible on a car that has seen prolonged standing. Also inspect the underside for any signs of oil misting or weeping from the engine and gearbox sumps, and check the coolant expansion tank for staining that might indicate a failing water pump or thermostat housing seal, items that tend to present on age rather than accumulated miles. Beyond the driveline, a thorough cold-start inspection is worthwhile given the low usage pattern. Listen for any initial rattle from the timing chain area on first cranking, which can develop on the 1.5 dCi and 1.6 dCi diesel engines fitted to this generation Qashqai as chain stretch accumulates with age. Check all exterior and interior lighting carefully, particularly the LED daytime running light units and rear lamp clusters, as condensation or partial failure can creep in unnoticed between annual tests. Examine the underbody, jacking points, and rear axle beam for any surface corrosion that may be beginning to establish itself beneath the underseal, paying particular attention to the suspension subframe mounting points and the brake pipe runs along the chassis rails, as these are the areas where corrosion advisories typically first appear on older Qashqais. With the MOT record confirming five clean passes and the mileage suggesting light use, this vehicle represents a credibly roadworthy proposition, provided the age-related items above are physically verified at the point of purchase.