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DS16 VVU

2016 Nissan Qashqai

Black Petrol 1197cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Jul 2027
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

51,169 mi
Last recorded51,169 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2026
Typical for 2016 Nissan Qashqai47,636 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDS16 VVU
MakeNissan
ModelQashqai
Year2016
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,197cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2026 51,169 miles

Electronic parking brake defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))

Fail 23 Jul 2026 51,169 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Electronic parking brake defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))

Pass 24 Jul 2025 46,230 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2025 46,230 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 25 Jul 2024 41,914 miles

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) slight play

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tyre sidewall damage (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) slight play

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tyre has sidewall damage (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

Pass 27 Jul 2023 37,673 miles

Central Rear Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Nov 2022 33,658 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 9 Nov 2021 29,464 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2020 25,781 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 9 May 2019 17,815 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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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DS16 VVU is a 2016 Nissan Qashqai in Black with a 1,197cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 DS16 VVU, 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

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What year was DS16 VVU registered?

DS16 VVU is a 2016 Nissan Qashqai, first registered on 11 May 2016.

Is DS16 VVU safe to buy?

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