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BU16 VZL

2016 Nissan Qashqai

Silver Diesel 1461cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Aug 2027
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

75,835 mi
Last recorded75,835 miles
Recorded on10 Aug 2026
Typical for 2016 Nissan Qashqai47,636 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU16 VZL
MakeNissan
ModelQashqai
Year2016
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,461cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Aug 2026 75,835 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2025 64,543 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2024 54,946 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2024 46,660 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2024 46,211 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2023 42,794 miles

front tyres 3mm

Fail 30 Jan 2023 42,794 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

front tyres 3mm

Pass 28 Jan 2022 35,858 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Jan 2021 31,467 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2021 31,467 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Jan 2020 27,108 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Jan 2019 22,149 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

How Reliable is the Nissan Qashqai?

Based on 6,506,323 MOT tests across 610,730 vehicles.

77.3%
Pass Rate
6,921
Miles/Year
19
Year Lifespan
610,730
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 50,242
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BU16 VZL is a 2016 Nissan Qashqai in Silver with a 1,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2016 Nissan Qashqai models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.0% with a typical mileage of 47,636 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Nissan Qashqai fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 50,242 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BU16 VZL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Nissan Qashqai typically stays on UK roads for around 19 years. At 10 years old, this Nissan Qashqai is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of BU16 VZL?

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What year was BU16 VZL registered?

BU16 VZL is a 2016 Nissan Qashqai, first registered on 1 March 2016.

Is BU16 VZL safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU16 VZL shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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