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FV16 VCF

2016 Nissan Qashqai

Black Diesel 1461cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Jan 2027
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

93,776 mi
Last recorded93,776 miles
Recorded on15 Dec 2025
Typical for 2016 Nissan Qashqai47,636 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV16 VCF
MakeNissan
ModelQashqai
Year2016
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,461cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Dec 2025 93,776 miles

Nearside Rear Inner outer light cluster lenses damaged

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 11 Dec 2025 93,754 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Inner outer light cluster lenses damaged

Pass 14 Dec 2024 85,458 miles

Nearside Rear light unit is damaged tailgate section!

The engine oil dipstick is broken! Engine oil level unable to be checked!

Pass 9 Dec 2023 78,208 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2023 68,189 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2021 57,779 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2021 57,779 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 2 Dec 2020 46,851 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2020 46,851 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 13 Jun 2019 34,510 miles
Fail 7 May 2019 34,426 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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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FV16 VCF is a 2016 Nissan Qashqai in Black with a 1,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 FV16 VCF, 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 FV16 VCF registered?

FV16 VCF is a 2016 Nissan Qashqai, first registered on 27 June 2016.

Is FV16 VCF safe to buy?

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