2016 Nissan Qashqai 1.5L Diesel · YP16 DDF

This 2016 Nissan Qashqai successfully passed its most recent Ministry of Transport test on February 4 2026 at 87,120 miles, though this followed an initial failure that same day for a fractured offside rear coil spring and a windscreen obstruction in the driver's direct field of view. Looking at the broader historical context, the maintenance trend shows a recurring pattern of minor consumable wear and occasional component fatigue typical of a vehicle approaching its tenth year on the road, with previous test failures and advisories pointing toward items like brakes, lighting, and suspension components requiring regular oversight rather than pointing to systemic structural neglect. The recorded mileage of 87,120 miles translates to an average annual usage of roughly 8,712 miles, placing this Qashqai squarely within typical British motoring parameters for its age. This steady and consistent accumulation of miles suggests the vehicle has been in regular, active service rather than sitting idle for prolonged periods, which generally helps prevent the seized components, drained batteries, and rubber degradation often associated with low-mileage examples. However, this level of mileage also means that suspension dampers, wheel bearings, and drivetrain ancillaries have absorbed a decade of operational stress on road surfaces, making a thorough physical inspection of the underpinnings essential during any prospective viewing. Given the recent history involving a broken offside rear coil spring, prospective buyers should immediately inspect the rear suspension assembly for any signs of uneven ride height, corrosion on the spring coils, or clunking noises from the rear axle when driving over speed bumps or potholes during a test drive. Furthermore, the persistent history of brake-related advisories, including thin front pads noted in 2024, a slightly binding nearside rear brake in 2023, and pitted rear brake discs recorded back in 2021, demands a careful check of the braking system. You should listen for any grinding or squealing sounds, feel for a pulsing brake pedal indicating warped discs, and check the alloy wheels after a test drive to ensure one corner is not running noticeably hotter than the others due to a binding caliper. Finally, the current test record highlights a nearside front tyre advisory for a surface cut, which supplements earlier advisories regarding tyres wearing close to their legal limits on the edges, indicating that you should closely examine the remaining tread depth and sidewall integrity across all four corners, keeping in mind that uneven shoulder wear often points to compromised geometry or worn suspension bushes requiring alignment or replacement. It is also wise to verify the physical service history booklet to confirm that oil changes and fluid replacements have been carried out on a strict calendar basis, ensuring that vital engine and transmission components have not suffered from neglected servicing over the course of the vehicle's life.