2011 Nissan Qashqai 1.6L Petrol · YP11 JXV

The vehicle shows a history of significant mechanical neglect culminating in a major failure in June 2025. At 72,738 miles, the tester flagged an extensive list of defects including a defective central gearbox mounting, an inoperative nearside rear parking brake, and multiple worn suspension joints and steering components. While the vehicle passed six days later at 72,785 miles, the record reveals persistent issues with the nearside rear suspension arm corrosion and all four tyres reaching legal wear limits. This suggests the previous owner only performed the minimum repairs necessary to pass the MOT test rather than following a preventative maintenance schedule. With recorded mileage of 72,785 miles, this 15-year-old Qashai has travelled sparingly, averaging roughly 4,850 miles per year. This low usage often leads to the degradation of rubber components rather than mechanical wear from distance. The MOT history confirms this trend with recurring reports of perished CV boots, deteriorated dust covers, and cracking sidewalls across 2023 and 2025. The presence of persistent cracking on the nearside rear tyre across multiple tests indicates the vehicle likely sat stationary for long periods, allowing the rubber compound to dry out. The structural integrity of the nearside rear suspension arm was noted for corrosion in 2024 and 2025. Although the tester classified it as not yet seriously weakened, the recurring nature of this advisory suggests an ongoing oxidation process that will eventually require replacement. A buyer should inspect the entire undercarriage for deeper surface rust beyond the flagged arms, as the 2025 failure of multiple ball joints and anti-roll bar links indicates the front suspension assembly is reaching the end of its functional life.