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Nissan Qashqai N-tec Dig-t S-a Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Nissan Qashqai N-tec Dig-t S-a reliable? We analysed 4,827 real MOT tests across 1,307 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 4,827 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
89.3%
Typical Mileage
26,648mi
Annual Mileage
6,381mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

The Nissan Qashqai N-tec Dig-t S-a is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Nissan Qashqai N-tec Dig-t S-a.

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

Nissan Qashqai N-tec Dig-t S-a MOT Pass Rate by Year

How likely is a Nissan Qashqai N-tec Dig-t S-a to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.

92.3%
2021
89.2%
2020

Nissan Qashqai N-tec Dig-t S-a Common Faults & Problems

These are the most common serious faults found on Nissan Qashqai N-tec Dig-t S-a models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 45
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 31
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 17
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 15

Nissan Qashqai N-tec Dig-t S-a Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Nissan Qashqai N-tec Dig-t S-a owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.

Low usage
4,194 mi/yr
Typical
6,381 mi/yr
Average
7,240 mi/yr
Heavy usage
9,309 mi/yr

Nissan Qashqai N-tec Dig-t S-a MOT Data by Registration Year

Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Nissan Qashqai N-tec Dig-t S-a year you're looking at.

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2021 220 92.3% 19,533 27,179 35,514
2020 4,556 89.2% 17,830 26,552 37,238

How Long Does a Nissan Qashqai N-tec Dig-t S-a Last?

Based on 1,307 Nissan Qashqai N-tec Dig-t S-a vehicles on UK roads.

Average
4.5 years
Median
4.0 years

Nissan Qashqai N-tec Dig-t S-a Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Nissan Qashqai N-tec Dig-t S-a MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
26,648 mi
75th Percentile
37,257 mi
95th Percentile
56,723 mi
Max Recorded
178,146 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Nissan Qashqai N-tec Dig-t S-a

Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.

Best year
2021

92.3% MOT pass rate from 220 tests

Year to avoid
2020

89.2% MOT pass rate from 4,556 tests

The best year to buy a used Nissan Qashqai N-tec Dig-t S-a is 2021, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 92.3% across 220 tests. The 2020 model year has the lowest pass rate at 89.2% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.

How Does the Nissan Qashqai N-tec Dig-t S-a 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 Dig-t S-a THIS CAR 89.3% 4,827 26,648 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
Mazda CX-30 Se-l Lux MHEV 91.6% 9,035 26,481 mi — yrs

Compared to the Nissan Micra (71.4% pass rate) and the Nissan Qashqai (77.3% pass rate), the Nissan Qashqai N-tec Dig-t S-a outperforms both on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Nissan Qashqai N-tec Dig-t S-a?

The Nissan Qashqai N-tec Dig-t S-a has an overall MOT pass rate of 89.3% across 4,827 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.

On the safety side, the most frequently flagged dangerous fault is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm. 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 Dig-t S-a 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 Dig-t S-a owner drives around 6,381 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 Dig-t S-a — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Nissan Qashqai N-tec Dig-t S-a reliable?
Based on 4,827 MOT tests, the Nissan Qashqai N-tec Dig-t S-a has a 89.3% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Nissan Qashqai N-tec Dig-t S-a?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Nissan Qashqai N-tec Dig-t S-a do per year?
The typical Nissan Qashqai N-tec Dig-t S-a does around 6,381 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Nissan Qashqai N-tec Dig-t S-a last?
Lifespan data is not yet available for this model.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Nissan Qashqai N-tec Dig-t S-a?
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.
What is the best year to buy a Nissan Qashqai N-tec Dig-t S-a?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Nissan Qashqai N-tec Dig-t S-a is 2021 with a 92.3% pass rate across 220 tests.