CVT automatic
Xtronic CVT gearboxes can whine, judder or hesitate, especially if fluid changes have been skipped.
Used Nissan inspection
Nissan pre-purchase inspection
The Qashqai and Juke are two of the UK’s most popular used crossovers. The CVT automatic, some small turbo petrols and diesels used for short trips are where problems tend to show.
We inspect used Nissans, including the Leaf, at dealers and private sellers.
Known problems
What goes wrong on a used Nissan
Common on Micra, Juke, Qashqai, X-Trail, Leaf. Not every car has these faults. They're what we look for.
1.2 DIG-T petrol
There are reports of oil consumption and timing chain problems on the 1.2 DIG-T petrol used in the Qashqai from about 2014 to 2018.
Air conditioning condensers
Older Qashqais are known for air con condensers damaged by stones, so the air con stops cooling.
1.5 dCi diesel
Diesels used for short trips can clog the DPF. High-mileage engines need a good oil service history.
Leaf battery capacity
Older Leafs, especially 24 kWh cars, can have lost a lot of battery capacity. The capacity bars on the dash give a guide.
Our inspection
What we check on every used Nissan
On top of our standard checklist of up to 180 points.
- CVT behaviour pulling away and at steady speeds
- Oil level and signs of oil burning on 1.2 DIG-T engines
- Air con cooling
- DPF and engine codes on the OBD2 scan
- Leaf battery capacity, range and charging
- Service history, including gearbox fluid
Prices
Nissan inspection prices
Fixed prices, the same for every make and model.
Basic110-point · No road test£69.99
Full135-point · Road test up to 10 miles£99.99
Premium160-point · Road test up to 15 miles£139.99
Ultimate180-point · Road test up to 20 miles£169.99
Questions
Nissan inspection FAQs
Is a used Nissan Qashqai with a CVT reliable?
Many are fine with fluid changes on time. Whining, judder or slow response are warning signs. We test it in traffic and at speed.
How do I check a used Nissan Leaf battery?
Look at the battery capacity bars, the range on a full charge and how it charges. We record what the car shows and any battery-related warnings.
How much does a used Nissan inspection cost?
From £69.99 for Basic up to £169.99 for Ultimate. The price is fixed, with no travel charge, in London.
Can you inspect a used Nissan at the dealer or a private seller?
Yes. The inspector comes to wherever the car is, on a forecourt or at the seller’s home or workplace. You don’t need to be there.
RevXpress is an independent inspection company and isn't connected to Nissan. Faults listed are common patterns reported for these cars, not a sign that any particular car has them.
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