Vehicle: 2018 Nissan Qashqai (Diesel)
Town: Woodhall Spa · Service: Battery · Date: 2026-04-21
Time on site: 55 minutes · Price: from £165
Car was slow to start and stop-start system had disabled itself for several weeks. Battery warning light intermittent.
Battery load test failed — capacity dropped to 42%. Alternator output and parasitic draw both within spec. Original AGM battery 5 years old.
Stop-start back online, instant cold starts, warning light cleared. Battery carries a 4-year manufacturer warranty.