2017 Nissan Qashqai 1.5L Diesel · YJ17 TCP

Recurring issues with suspension components and tyre degradation define the mechanical profile of this Nissan Qashqai, with the most recent test on 23 June 2026 involving a failure due to a fractured nearside rear coil spring. While the vehicle passed following this failure, the record shows a pattern of worsening advisories regarding tyre condition and suspension wear. Specifically, the presence of cracking, perishing, and uneven wear on the rear tyres has been noted in multiple consecutive tests since 2025, alongside repeated advisories for a worn offside front suspension arm bush. The vehicle has covered 70,362 miles over its nine-year lifespan, averaging approximately 7,818 miles per year. This represents a typical usage pattern for a petrol or diesel crossover of this age, suggesting the mechanical wear on consumables such as brake discs, tyres, and suspension bushings is consistent with standard road use rather than excessive high-speed motorway mileage or prolonged periods of stationary storage. This level of annual accumulation means that components subject to environmental degradation, such as rubber bushes and tyre sidewalls, are reaching the end of their expected service life. Prospective buyers should pay close attention to the suspension and steering geometry during a test drive. Given the history of a fractured coil spring and repeated advisories for worn suspension arm bushes and anti-roll bar linkage dust covers, you should listen for knocking, clunking, or creaking noises when driving over uneven surfaces or speed bumps. Any pulling to one side or a wandering sensation through the steering wheel could indicate that the previously flagged suspension arm bush wear has progressed or that the wheel alignment has been affected by the recent spring failure. The braking system also warrants scrutiny due to a history of pitted and scored front brake discs and fluctuating service brakes recorded in 2021 and 2022. During a test drive, check for any pedal judder or vibration when applying the brakes at moderate speeds, which can be a symptom of disc thickness variation or uneven wear. Additionally, the repeated advisories regarding tyre perishing and edge wear suggest a need to inspect the current tread depth and sidewall integrity of all four tyres to ensure they are not approaching the legal limit or showing signs of structural cracking.