2012 Nissan Qashqai 1.6L Petrol · YP62 KTA

The most recent MOT on 2026-04-10 showed the vehicle passed with two tyre-related issues: both front tyres were worn close to the legal limit and exhibited edge wear, while the nearside rear inner tyre had a shallow cut. These tyre conditions suggest ongoing wear patterns and potential alignment or suspension misalignment. No major mechanical failures were recorded in this test, but tyre replacement is urgent to avoid future failures. A recurring pattern of suspension and steering component wear is evident. The 2025-02-13 failed MOT highlighted excessive play in the nearside front track rod end, a worn nearside front suspension arm pin, and a split constant velocity boot on the nearside front drive shaft. These issues reappeared or persisted in subsequent tests, including a 2024 failed MOT with worn anti-roll bar ball joints and track rod end play. The 2025-02-18 MOT noted a defective gearbox mounting, which may indicate broader drivetrain or chassis stress. The trend shows some improvement in mechanical reliability between 2025 and 2026, with fewer critical failures in the latest test. However, the repeated suspension and steering issues suggest ongoing wear that could worsen without proactive maintenance. The 2025-02-13 failure included a nearside rear brake pad less than 1.5 mm thick, a critical safety risk, though this was not mentioned in later tests.