2013 Nissan Qashqai 1.6L Petrol · WX13 WGC

The vehicle presents a concerning maintenance trend that appears to be worsening despite passing its most recent MOT on 8 July 2026 at 40,478 miles. While the car remains technically roadworthy, the July 2026 test flagged a significant number of advisories, including a severely deteriorated nearside front inner drive shaft CV boot and worn suspension arm bushes on both the nearside and offside front. This follows a recurring pattern of neglected consumables, as the nearside front CV boot was already noted as severely deteriorated in the 1 July 2025 test at 38,007 miles. The mileage profile indicates very low usage for a 2013 vehicle, averaging roughly 3,100 miles per year. This low annual distance is evident in the progression from 13,117 miles in 2016 to 40,478 miles in 2026. Such low usage often leads to the specific issues seen here, where rubber components like tyres and CV boots perish due to age and lack of movement rather than tread wear. The record shows frequent advisories for cracking or perishing tyres, such as those seen in 2020, 2024, 2025, and 2026, which suggests the vehicle may sit idle for extended periods. A prospective buyer should prioritise a physical inspection of the suspension and drivetrain components. The repeated advisories for worn suspension arm bushes, dating back to 2019 and appearing again in 2026, indicate that these components are nearing the end of their service life. The severely deteriorated CV boot requires immediate attention to prevent drive shaft failure. Furthermore, the recurring advisories for thin brake pads in 2022, 2024, and 2026 suggest that brake maintenance is reactive rather than proactive. The history of tyre failures, including a significant failure in July 2021 where cords were exposed, reinforces the likelihood that the vehicle has been subject to age-related degradation of rubber parts. Before purchase, a thorough check of the underside for corrosion and a detailed inspection of all rubber bushings and CV boots is essential to avoid immediate repair costs. The current state of the vehicle suggests a pattern of minimal upkeep, where repairs are only addressed when they reach the threshold of an MOT advisory or failure.