2011 Nissan Qashqai 1.5L Diesel · WV11 KAA

The 2011 Nissan Qashqai has maintained a clean MOT history with no recorded defects across all five tests, including the most recent examination on January 8, 2026, at 127,053 miles. This consistency suggests a stable roadworthiness trend, though the record does not reveal underlying maintenance work—only that the vehicle passed all mandatory checks. The final pass date is just six months old, which is well within the DVSA’s recommended 12-month interval for annual testing, indicating the vehicle remains compliant with current UK standards. However, the lack of advisories or defects does not preclude hidden wear; a thorough mechanical inspection is essential to confirm the condition of non-MOT-tested components. Mileage progression shows a steady accumulation of approximately 8,470 miles annually, which aligns with typical usage for a vehicle of this age. The most notable gap occurs between the November 2022 test (99,646 miles) and the January 2024 test (104,469 miles), a 19-month interval covering 4,823 miles—slightly above the average. This suggests either a period of lighter use or a temporary storage phase. The rapid jump from 104,469 miles in January 2024 to 121,621 miles by January 2025 (7,152 miles in under a year) may indicate increased usage, though no failures were recorded during this period. The absence of MOT failures despite this mileage suggests the vehicle was likely maintained at a basic level, but no evidence exists to confirm whether critical components like suspension bushes, coil springs, or drivetrain elements were serviced or replaced. Given the clean MOT record, a buyer should prioritise an inspection of high-wear items not covered by the test, such as the suspension’s rubber bushes and coil springs, which are prone to cracking or degradation over 15 years and 127,053 miles. The brakes, while not failed, may exhibit uneven wear—particularly the rear calipers—given the lack of advisories in prior tests; binding or seized calipers are common in older Qashqai models. Structural integrity should also be scrutinised, as corrosion in wheel arches, sills, or the subframe can compromise safety without triggering an MOT failure. Finally, the exhaust system warrants attention; catalytic converter efficiency, though not tested annually, can degrade silently, leading to higher emissions and potential future advisories. The record’s silence on these areas does not guarantee their health, so a pre-purchase inspection is imperative.