2012 Nissan Qashqai 1.5L Diesel · YG62 AAO
2012 Nissan Qashqai (1.5L, diesel). First registered 19 Oct 2012. Recorded mileage 113,970 miles. MOT valid until 09 Jul 2027. Taxed until 01 Feb 2027.
- Make & Model
- NISSAN QASHQAI
- Year / Origin
- 2012 · Leeds
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 09 Jul 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Feb 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 113,970 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 1.5L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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YG62 AAO Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 06/07/2026
- 113,970 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (3 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
YG62 AAO MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2012 Nissan Qashqai (YG62 AAO) between October 2023 and July 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 06 July 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (3 issues), Lighting (2 issues), Suspension (2 issues), Bodywork (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 7 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
YG62 AAO Mileage History
- 27/10/202390,524 mi
- 27/10/202390,524 mi
- 11/07/2024103,774 mi+13,250 mi
- 09/07/2025109,098 mi+5,324 mi
- 06/07/2026113,970 mi+4,872 mi
Average of roughly 8,712 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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Our Verdict
A reasonably sound 2012 Nissan Qashqai diesel with a clean MOT record across multiple tests, though the mileage is notably higher than the model average. Worth considering if priced fairly and the service paperwork checks out.
With four clean passes and only one failure event (which produced no recorded defects on the subsequent pass), the MOT data presents a positive picture for this Qashqai. The 2012 model year represents an early version of the second-generation Qashqai, so check that any recall work (particularly around diesel injectors or the known steering column issues) has been carried out. Insist on seeing full service history stamps rather than just invoices, as the 1.5 dCi is timing-belt driven and a missed change can be costly. Given the mileage is above average, budget for consumables like tyres and brake pads sooner rather than later, which happen to be the model's top MOT failure points across the 574,788 examples analysed. A pre-purchase inspection at an independent garage is wise, focusing on the clutch, dual-mass flywheel, and turbo condition typical of high-mileage diesels.
The 1.461-litre dCi diesel should return around 55-65 mpg in real-world driving, depending on whether it's the 110hp or 115hp variant common to this generation. As a 2012 vehicle, it sits in a low road tax bracket but is no longer eligible for free VED. Insurance is generally modest for the Qashqai in this specification, typically groups 12-18. The biggest cost variable is the timing belt replacement, which is due every 5 years or 60,000 miles and typically costs £400-£600 at a specialist. Combined fuel, tax, insurance, and maintenance should land in the £900-£1,200 per year range given the higher-than-average mileage.
Cross-reference the recorded mileage against the dashboard, service book stamps, and any MOT certificates the seller holds. Examine the tyres closely for uneven wear, as tyres are the leading failure cause on this model nationally. Check the brake pads and discs for wear, again the second most common failure reason across the population. Look under the car for oil leaks from the turbo and engine sump, both common on high-mileage 1.5 dCi units. On the test drive, listen for clutch judder or rattling from the dual-mass flywheel, and verify the air conditioning works as the Qashqai's HVAC is prone to compressor failure with age. Finally, confirm the EGR valve and DPF are functioning; warning lights or restricted performance on the test drive should prompt a diagnostic scan.
This white 1.5 dCi Qashqai from October 2012 has covered 109,098 miles as of its July 2025 MOT, putting it well above the model's average annual mileage of 7,756 miles. The MOT history shows four passes and a single failure at the same mileage point in October 2023, which is unusual and suggests a minor retest scenario. No defects or advisories have been recorded across any of the tests, indicating a clean regulatory record at the point of each test.
The Nissan Qashqai achieves a 79.5% MOT pass rate across 574,788 analysed examples, placing it mid-pack for its class, with tyre condition, headlamp issues, and brake pad wear being the most common failure points nationally.
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- Rear Subframe CorrosionSerious
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- Rear Shock Absorber FailureModerate
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- Xtronic CVT FailureSerious
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