2017 Nissan Qashqai 1.6L Petrol · WN67 HNB

The most recent DVSA examination on 25 March 2026 resulted in a PASS, with the only items noted being advisories for the rear brake pads wearing thin and the front brake pads wearing thin. Looking across the recorded test history, the vehicle has demonstrated a generally stable maintenance profile, although there are some clear recurring themes that a prospective purchaser should weigh carefully. The front brake pad advisory has now appeared on four consecutive tests dating back to March 2024, which suggests a steady, ongoing rate of pad wear rather than any abrupt deterioration. The 2024 test did include a failure, but that was solely attributable to exhaust carbon monoxide content exceeding the default limits at both idle and after the second fast idle, a defect that does not appear to have recurred on the two subsequent passes. There is therefore no evidence of worsening structural or safety-critical concerns, but the persistent brake pad advisories and the prior emissions issue both warrant focused inspection before commitment. With 60,717 miles recorded against an age of approximately nine years, the vehicle has averaged around 6,700 miles annually, which is broadly consistent with typical usage patterns for this class of vehicle. There is no indication of unusually rapid accumulation or extended periods of standing idle, both of which can carry their own mechanical risks. The mileage gap between the 2023 and 2024 tests is negligible, the 2024 and 2025 tests are effectively consecutive, and the 2026 test follows the expected annual cycle, so the recorded odometer readings do not raise any concerns about clocked mileage or inconsistent use. That said, at this overall mileage, several major service items will either have been completed or be approaching due thresholds, including timing chain or belt service intervals, coolant renewal, brake fluid replacement, and automatic transmission fluid if so equipped. A prospective buyer should request documented evidence that these time-and-distance-based services have been carried out at the correct intervals. Given the recurring front brake pad advisory that has now extended across four successive examinations, the brake system should be a primary focus during any physical inspection and test drive. It would be sensible to measure remaining pad material directly through the wheel spokes and to examine the brake discs for scoring, lipping, or corrosion pitting, as discs are often replaced alongside pads once worn to their minimum thickness. On a test drive, the buyer should listen for any grinding or squealing under light braking, watch for vibration through the steering wheel or brake pedal that could indicate disc run-out or warping, and observe whether the vehicle pulls to one side under braking, which may suggest a binding caliper or uneven pad wear. The exhaust carbon monoxide failure from March 2024 should also be followed up by checking for any persistent issues such as rough idling, misfires, increased fuel consumption, or an illuminated engine management light, which could indicate underlying lambda sensor, catalytic converter, or engine management faults that may resurface at the next MOT. Beyond the items flagged in the MOT history, a nine-year-old Qashqai with average mileage deserves a thorough age-related inspection. Tyre sidewalls should be examined closely for cracking, perishing, and any bulges, as rubber compounds degrade with time regardless of tread depth, and the 2023 advisory regarding rear tyres worn close to the legal limit on both edges suggests possible rear wheel alignment or suspension geometry issues that should be investigated. The 12-volt battery should be load-tested, as units of this age are prone to sudden failure, particularly in vehicles with stop-start systems. Brake fluid is hygroscopic and should have been renewed on a calendar basis, typically every two years irrespective of mileage, so its service history warrants verification. The underside and suspension components, including coil springs, anti-roll bar links, wishbone bushes, and drop links, should be checked for corrosion and wear, and the exhaust system should be inspected for corrosion at the mounting points, flexi-joint, and rear silencer, which are common failure areas on Qashqais of this vintage. Finally, a thorough road test should confirm smooth gear selection, absence of clonks from the suspension over speed humps and uneven surfaces, and confirmation that all warning lamps extinguish promptly after engine start.