2017 Nissan Qashqai 1.2L Petrol · YJ17 SCA

The vehicle presents a stable maintenance profile despite a recent failure in November 2025. The most recent test on 28 November 2025 at 42,436 miles shows a pass, but this followed a failure just two days prior. The tester flagged a fractured nearside front coil spring and perishing rear tyres during that failed inspection. While the spring and tyres appear to have been addressed to secure the pass, the presence of cracking in the rubber suggests the vehicle may spend significant periods stationary. The mileage accumulation is notably low for a 2017 model, averaging approximately 4,715 miles per year. The records show steady, incremental growth from 15,726 miles in November 2020 to 42,436 miles in November 2025. This low usage pattern explains the specific nature of the defects recorded. For instance, the tyres showing signs of perishing and the brake pads being flagged as thin in November 2024 at 34,865 miles are typical of low-use vehicles where components age through time rather than through heavy mechanical wear. A prospective buyer should conduct a physical inspection of the suspension system to ensure the replacement coil spring was fitted correctly and that no further deterioration exists in the bushes or dampers. The recent advisories regarding cracking on both nearside and offside rear tyres indicate that the rubber is aging. Even if the tread depth remains legal, these tyres may require replacement soon to avoid structural failure. Check the braking system thoroughly. The November 2024 advisory regarding thin rear brake pads suggests the braking components are reaching the end of their service life. Given the low mileage, it is also worth inspecting the vehicle for signs of corrosion on the underbody or exhaust, as vehicles that sit idle for long periods can suffer from moisture-related oxidation that does not always appear in standard MOT advisories.