2009 Nissan Qashqai 1.5L Diesel · WV09 CXP

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness status, following a clean pass in April 2024 at 152,205 miles. This recent result indicates an improvement in maintenance compared to the significant failure in May 2022 where the car exhibited multiple mechanical and electrical defects. While the history shows reactive repair habits, the lack of defects in the most recent test suggests the previous owner addressed the critical suspension and lighting issues identified in prior years. At 152,205 miles over 17 years, the Qashqai averages approximately 9,000 miles per year, which aligns with typical national averages for its age. The data shows consistent usage patterns, with roughly 3,500 miles covered between the 2023 and 2024 tests, and over 5,600 miles in the year prior to that. This steady accumulation suggests the vehicle has not sat stationary for long periods, which generally helps prevent the degradation of rubber components and fluid seals. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the front suspension and steering assembly given the history of recurring wear. The 2022 failure flagged a nearside front lower suspension arm ball joint and a rough wheel bearing, while the 2021 test noted play in a track rod end. These components are high-wear items on this model and should be checked for any remaining play or play. The corroded offside front coil spring noted in 2022 also warrants a visual check for fractures or structural rust, as these are common failure points on high-mileage Qashqais. Corrosion remains a factor to monitor, as evidenced by the corroded brake backplate noted in 2021. Although the 2024 test was clean, the buyer should inspect the brake lines and exhaust mounting for surface rust to ensure structural integrity has not degraded over time. The 2023 advisory regarding rear tyres worn on the edge suggests potential alignment issues or worn shock absorbers, so checking the current wear pattern on all tyres is essential to confirm the geometry is still correct.