2022 Nissan Qashqai Nconncta Digt Mhev CVT 1.3L Hybrid electric (clean) · YB72 BBE

The latest official DVSA MOT test outcome for this 2022 Nissan Qashqai is a PASS, recorded on 11 December 2025, with no defects or advisories entered against the vehicle. However, the picture is more nuanced than that single pass suggests, because the test recorded immediately prior on 10 December 2025 was a FAIL driven specifically by a Dangerous rear brake pad defect, alongside advisories for thinning front brake pads and worn front brake discs. The fact that the vehicle passed a retest the very next day indicates the rear pads were replaced in extremis to clear the failure, which is positive in that the immediate safety risk has been addressed, but it also demonstrates that brake wear had been allowed to progress to a dangerously worn state. The maintenance trend should therefore be regarded as borderline rather than stable, with braking system wear being the clear weak point that warrants close scrutiny at the point of purchase. With 62,904 miles recorded over approximately four years of age, this Qashqai is accumulating mileage at around 15,700 miles per year, which sits firmly in the high-usage bracket for a vehicle of its type. Higher annual mileage of this nature places above-average demand on a number of mechanical systems, in particular the braking components, the clutch and transmission assembly in a manual, or the CVT variator and drive belt in this automatic, the cooling system, and suspension consumables such as bushes, anti-roll bar links and coil springs. It also means that intervals between services are more critical, as oil and filter degradation, brake fluid moisture absorption, and coolant condition all advance more rapidly under frequent use. There is no recorded gap in the mileage history from what is visible, which at least suggests consistent rather than erratic use, but the buyer should still verify the service book stamps and confirm whether the manufacturer schedule has been adhered to at the correct intervals, particularly given the heavy annual mileage. With regard to the braking defects recorded, the buyer should physically inspect the front discs for lipping and uneven wear, as a noticeable ridge on the outer edge suggests the pads have been run close to the metal, and the discs may now require machining or replacement rather than just a pad swap. On a test drive, listen for any brake shudder or vibration through the steering wheel under firm application, which would indicate disc runout or thickness variation, and pay attention to whether the vehicle pulls to one side under braking, as this can indicate a binding caliper following recent pad replacement. The rear brake condition should also be physically checked, as the record suggests pads were replaced only just in time, and new rear caliper slider pins or a sticking caliper could still be present if the wear pattern had been uneven. Beyond the braking system, the buyer should also conduct a thorough visual check of the tyres, as high mileage combined with kerbing on urban use frequently leads to uneven shoulder wear, and verify the sidewalls for any perishing or cracking given that the tyres will have been worked hard. For a higher-mileage Qashqai of this age, several age-and-usage-related items warrant attention regardless of what the MOT alone reveals. The CVT transmission fluid should be confirmed as having been changed in line with manufacturer schedule, as neglected CVT fluid is a common cause of juddering or hesitation on light throttle, and a cold test drive from standing start should feel smooth without any shunt or whine. The 12V auxiliary battery, which supports the mild-hybrid system, should be load-tested, as stop-start and brake energy recuperation place repeated demand on it, and a weak battery can cause dashboard warning lights and electrical gremlins. Coolant, brake fluid and gearbox fluid condition should be confirmed by service history, and under the bonnet the buyer should look for any signs of oil weep from the cam cover or sump gasket, which is common on higher-mileage Qashqais. Finally, inspect the exhaust downpipe and flexi-joint for corrosion at the mounting points, check the underside for any surface corrosion to the subframe or suspension arms, and ensure the coil springs have not snapped, which typically presents as a audible clunk over speed humps and uneven ride height at the corners.