2011 Nissan Qashqai 1.6L Petrol · MA11 XBM
2011 Nissan Qashqai (1.6L, petrol). First registered 04 Apr 2011. Recorded mileage 74,890 miles. MOT valid until 20 Jul 2027.
- Make & Model
- NISSAN QASHQAI
- Year / Origin
- 2011 · Manchester & Merseyside
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 20 Jul 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 74,890 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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MA11 XBM Key Findings
- 18 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 22/07/2026
- 74,890 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 5 historical MOT failures
- 3 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (14 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MA11 XBM MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
18 MOT tests are recorded for this 2011 Nissan Qashqai (MA11 XBM) between January 2014 and July 2026.
The record contains 13 passes and 5 failures.
The most recent test on 22 July 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 5 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (14 issues), Tyres (12 issues), Suspension (12 issues), Lighting (8 issues), Windscreen (4 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 42 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.
Recorded failure items include: “Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))”; “Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))”; “Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))”.
MA11 XBM Mileage History
- 31/01/201420,731 mi
- 24/02/201517,358 mi-3,373 mi
- 23/03/201624,121 mi+6,763 mi
- 23/03/201731,459 mi+7,338 mi
- 19/03/201838,524 mi+7,065 mi
- 15/03/201945,739 mi+7,215 mi
- 15/03/201945,739 mi
- 09/03/202051,704 mi+5,965 mi
- 10/03/202154,457 mi+2,753 mi
- 22/03/202258,399 mi+3,942 mi
- 22/03/202258,399 mi
- 03/04/202362,674 mi+4,275 mi
- 03/04/202362,674 mi
- 05/06/202463,629 mi+955 mi
- 06/06/202463,629 mi
- 29/05/202568,963 mi+5,334 mi
- 18/07/202674,883 mi+5,920 mi
- 22/07/202674,890 mi+7 mi
Average of roughly 4,343 miles per year across 18 recorded odometer readings.
Recorded mileage decreased between one or more tests — a potential clocking indicator worth verifying before purchase.
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Known faults for Nissan Qashqai Mk1 (J10)
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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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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