Nissan Qashqai N-tec DCI Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Nissan Qashqai N-tec DCI reliable? We analysed 4,435 real MOT tests across 924 vehicles to find out.
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The Nissan Qashqai N-tec DCI is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt split and headlamp aim too high. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Nissan Qashqai N-tec DCI.
Nissan Qashqai N-tec DCI Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Nissan Qashqai N-tec DCI. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Nissan Qashqai N-tec DCI Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Nissan Qashqai N-tec DCI fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Nissan Qashqai N-tec DCI Common Faults & Problems
These are the most common serious faults found on Nissan Qashqai N-tec DCI models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.
Nissan Qashqai N-tec DCI Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Nissan Qashqai N-tec DCI owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Nissan Qashqai N-tec DCI Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Nissan Qashqai N-tec DCI MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.
How Does the Nissan Qashqai N-tec 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 DCI THIS CAR | 77.2% | 4,435 | 95,978 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 |
| Audi A3 TDI | 77.3% | 2,409 | 137,544 mi | 18 yrs |
Compared to the Nissan Micra (71.4% pass rate) and the Nissan Qashqai (77.3% pass rate), the Nissan Qashqai N-tec DCI sits in the middle of the pack on MOT reliability.
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The Nissan Qashqai N-tec DCI has an overall MOT pass rate of 77.2% across 4,435 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.
The most common problems on the Nissan Qashqai N-tec DCI are brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (2 recorded failures), suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt split (2), and headlamp aim too high (1). These are the faults most likely to cause an MOT failure on this model, so check for them carefully on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection. Many are wear-and-tear items that can be budgeted for, but a car that's already failing on multiple fronts may signal neglected maintenance.
On the safety side, the most frequently flagged dangerous fault is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick. Dangerous faults cause an immediate MOT failure and mean the vehicle is not roadworthy until repaired. If you're viewing a Nissan Qashqai N-tec DCI with an expired or recently passed MOT, ask the seller whether any dangerous faults were found and fixed during the last test.
A typical Nissan Qashqai N-tec DCI owner drives around 7,887 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.