2008 Nissan Qashqai 1.6L Petrol · MT08 VZM
2008 Nissan Qashqai (1.6L, petrol). First registered 03 Jun 2008. Recorded mileage 96,098 miles. MOT expired on 19 Jan 2026.
- Make & Model
- NISSAN QASHQAI
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Manchester & Merseyside
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 19 Jan 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 96,098 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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MT08 VZM Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT failed on 25/02/2026
- 96,098 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 3 historical MOT failures
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MT08 VZM 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 (MT08 VZM) between October 2023 and February 2026.
The record contains 2 passes and 3 failures.
The most recent test on 25 February 2026 was a fail; the vehicle has not passed its last recorded MOT.
MT08 VZM Mileage History
- 09/10/202386,403 mi
- 07/11/202386,494 mi+91 mi
- 20/01/202588,087 mi+1,593 mi
- 11/02/202695,943 mi+7,856 mi
- 25/02/202696,098 mi+155 mi
Average of roughly 4,069 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Nissan Qashqai Mk1 (J10)
Our database tracks 5 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: Poor
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- Rear Subframe CorrosionSerious
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- Rear Shock Absorber FailureModerate
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- Xtronic CVT FailureSerious
J10 CVTs can whine, overheat or lose drive completely if fluid servicing has been ignored.
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