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Nissan Qashqai N-tec + 2 DCI Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Nissan Qashqai N-tec + 2 DCI reliable? We analysed 724 real MOT tests across 144 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 724 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
70.3%
Typical Mileage
114,152mi
Annual Mileage
8,283mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

The Nissan Qashqai N-tec + 2 DCI is about average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Nissan Qashqai N-tec + 2 DCI.

Nissan Qashqai N-tec + 2 DCI Number Plates

Number plates registered to a Nissan Qashqai N-tec + 2 DCI. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.

Nissan Qashqai N-tec + 2 DCI Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Nissan Qashqai N-tec + 2 DCI owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.

Low usage
5,697 mi/yr
Typical
8,283 mi/yr
Average
9,067 mi/yr
Heavy usage
11,604 mi/yr

Nissan Qashqai N-tec + 2 DCI Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Nissan Qashqai N-tec + 2 DCI MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
114,152 mi
75th Percentile
138,574 mi
95th Percentile
175,329 mi
Max Recorded
220,008 mi

How Does the Nissan Qashqai N-tec + 2 DCI Compare?

MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Nissan Qashqai N-tec + 2 DCI THIS CAR 70.3% 724 114,152 mi — yrs
Nissan Micra 71.4% 10,566,512 55,214 mi 37 yrs
Nissan Qashqai 77.3% 6,506,323 59,398 mi 19 yrs
Nissan Juke 79.3% 3,002,435 49,593 mi 16 yrs
Moto Guzzi Unknown 88.9% 1,423 17,865 mi 48 yrs

Compared to the Nissan Micra (71.4% pass rate) and the Nissan Qashqai (77.3% pass rate), the Nissan Qashqai N-tec + 2 DCI trails behind on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Nissan Qashqai N-tec + 2 DCI?

The Nissan Qashqai N-tec + 2 DCI has an overall MOT pass rate of 70.3% across 724 real MOT tests — roughly in line with the UK average.

A typical Nissan Qashqai N-tec + 2 DCI owner drives around 8,283 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.

Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.

Nissan Qashqai N-tec + 2 DCI — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Nissan Qashqai N-tec + 2 DCI reliable?
Based on 724 MOT tests, the Nissan Qashqai N-tec + 2 DCI has a 70.3% pass rate — about average for UK cars.
What are the common problems on a Nissan Qashqai N-tec + 2 DCI?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Nissan Qashqai N-tec + 2 DCI do per year?
The typical Nissan Qashqai N-tec + 2 DCI does around 8,283 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Nissan Qashqai N-tec + 2 DCI last?
Lifespan data is not yet available for this model.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Nissan Qashqai N-tec + 2 DCI?
Yes. An MOT pass rate tells you about the model in general, but a vehicle history check reveals the specific car's finance, stolen, write-off and mileage history — things the seller may not disclose.