2008 Nissan Qashqai 1.6L Petrol · ML08 HBA
2008 Nissan Qashqai (1.6L, petrol). First registered 19 Apr 2008. Recorded mileage 162,070 miles. MOT expired on 22 Sept 2026. Taxed until 01 Jan 2027.
- Make & Model
- NISSAN QASHQAI
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Manchester & Merseyside
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 22 Sept 2026
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Jan 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 162,070 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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ML08 HBA Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 16/09/2025
- 162,070 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (2 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
ML08 HBA 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 2008 Nissan Qashqai (ML08 HBA) between September 2023 and September 2025.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 16 September 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (2 issues), Lighting (1 issue), Brakes (1 issue), Steering (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 1 advisory notice is 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: “Rear Lower Engine mounting excessively loose (6.1.8 (a) (ii))”; “Offside Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))”; “Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))”.
ML08 HBA Mileage History
- 15/09/2023149,204 mi
- 13/09/2024154,605 mi+5,401 mi
- 13/09/2024154,607 mi+2 mi
- 16/09/2025162,070 mi+7,463 mi
- 16/09/2025162,070 mi
Average of roughly 6,420 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Below 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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