2012 Nissan Qashqai 1.6L Petrol · YK62 NKM

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history reveals a pattern of reactive rather than proactive care. The most recent test in June 2025 at 84,125 miles passed, though it noted minor advisories regarding perished track rod end dust covers and a loose exhaust heat shield. This follows a significant failure in June 2024 where multiple safety-critical and lighting defects were identified, suggesting a period where basic upkeep was neglected until the MOT deadline forced necessary repairs. At 84,125 miles over fourteen years, the Qashqai averages approximately 6,000 miles per year, which is consistent with low-mileage usage. However, the mileage accumulation shows fluctuations between tests. Between September 2023 and July 2024, the vehicle covered only 2,719 miles, yet it gained 7,598 miles in the following eleven months leading up to the latest test. This uneven usage can sometimes lead to the degradation of rubber-based components, which is evident in the reported cracking of the rear tyre and perished dust covers. A buyer must conduct a close inspection of the front suspension and wheel hardware. The 2024 failure highlighted excessively worn anti-roll bar linkage ball joints and missing road wheel fixings across the axle, which indicates a serious lapse in attention to basic maintenance. The buyer should verify that all wheel bolts are properly torqued and that the suspension components are free of play. Additionally, the failure of the boot lid to secure in 2024 requires a check to ensure the latch mechanism or striker is not structurally damaged or misaligned.