2012 Nissan Qashqai 1.5L Diesel · GR12 GRY
2012 Nissan Qashqai (1.5L, diesel). First registered 27 Apr 2012. Recorded mileage 86,061 miles. MOT valid until 17 Apr 2027.
- Make & Model
- NISSAN QASHQAI
- Year / Origin
- 2012 · Canterbury
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 17 Apr 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 86,061 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 1.5L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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GR12 GRY Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 13/04/2026
- 86,061 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 3 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (3 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
GR12 GRY 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 (GR12 GRY) between April 2022 and April 2026.
The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 4 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (3 issues), Steering (2 issues), Tyres (1 issue), Suspension (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 4 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.
GR12 GRY Mileage History
- 11/04/202274,582 mi
- 12/04/202377,483 mi+2,901 mi
- 09/04/202480,586 mi+3,103 mi
- 19/04/202583,574 mi+2,988 mi
- 13/04/202686,061 mi+2,487 mi
Average of roughly 2,866 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Nissan Qashqai Mk1 (J10)
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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- Rear Shock Absorber FailureModerate
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