Nissan Qashqai: suspension MOT failures
Suspension was a recorded failure area in 9.7% of Nissan Qashqai MOT tests in this dataset. It is most prominent on 2008, 2009 cars.
Worn drop links, bushes, springs or shocks — listen for knocks over bumps and check for uneven tyre wear. Typical repair cost: £150–£450 per corner (rough UK ballpark, not a quote).
Suspension failures by year
| Model year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2007 | 74,619 | 19.6% |
| 2008 | 98,746 | 19.8% |
| 2009 | 165,623 | 20.5% |
| 2010 | 217,849 | 17.8% |
| 2011 | 230,063 | 17.0% |
| 2012 | 275,271 | 16.0% |
| 2017 | 339,002 | 2.9% |
| 2018 | 265,233 | 1.8% |
| 2019 | 222,409 | 1.3% |
Methodology & source. Dataset: DVSA MOT testing data (2021,2022,2023,2024,2025). Data last updated 2026-07-01. Figures reflect MOT-testable defects only — read the methodology for how these are calculated and what they don't measure.