2016 Nissan Qashqai 1.5L Diesel · VE66 SXC
2016 Nissan Qashqai (1.5L, diesel). First registered 01 Dec 2016. Recorded mileage 64,006 miles. MOT valid until 28 Jul 2027. Taxed until 01 Aug 2026.
- Make & Model
- NISSAN QASHQAI
- Year / Origin
- 2016 · Worcester
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 28 Jul 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Aug 2026)
- Recorded Mileage
- 64,006 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- DIESEL · 1.5L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
VE66 SXC Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 09/07/2026
- 64,006 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 7 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (4 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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VE66 SXC Mileage History
- 24/11/202337,282 mi
- 30/07/202439,178 mi+1,896 mi
- 22/07/202548,915 mi+9,737 mi
- 22/07/202548,915 mi
- 09/07/202664,006 mi+15,091 mi
Average of roughly 10,189 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
VE66 SXC 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 2016 Nissan Qashqai (VE66 SXC) between November 2023 and July 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 09 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 (4 issues), Steering (4 issues), Tyres (3 issues), Lighting (2 issues), Suspension (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 9 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 Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))”.
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Our Verdict
Proceed with caution and budget for immediate maintenance before buying this 2016 Nissan Qashqai diesel. The MOT history shows a failure in 2025 for a dangerous tyre cut and recurring wear items that suggest the car has not been maintained proactively.
Use the July 2025 MOT failure as a negotiation lever — the owner had to replace a near-side front tyre with cord-exposed cut and address track rod dust covers before the car could pass, so ask for proof of that work and confirm it was done properly. Request the full service history; with no aggregate model reliability data available, a stamped book showing regular oil changes on this 1.5 dCi diesel is essential given the 64,006 miles and the pattern of worn brake discs noted in 2023 and 2025. Budget for the outstanding advisories from the 2026 test (rear tyres, shock corrosion, headlamp lenses, windscreen) as part of your offer price.
The 1461cc diesel Qashqai typically returns strong fuel economy, though exact figures are not in the provided data; as a 2016 diesel it will fall into a moderate VED band and likely a mid-range insurance group for a small SUV. Maintenance costs should account for the recurring brake disc wear (front in 2023, rear in 2025) and suspension corrosion noted at 64,006 miles, which may require shock absorber replacement soon. Estimated annual running costs including fuel, tax, insurance and typical maintenance are around £1,000-£1,300.
Inspect the near-side rear tyre closely — the July 2026 MOT recorded a nail in the tyre and wear close to the legal limit on the edge, so verify it has been replaced or factor in immediate cost. Check the rear shock absorbers for the corrosion noted on both sides at the last test (not seriously weakened but a sign of age on this December 2016 car) and confirm the headlamp lenses and windscreen chip have not worsened since the 64,006-mile test. Review the front brake discs given the 2023 and 2025 advisories for pitting and scoring, and confirm the track rod end dust covers replaced after the 2025 failure are in good order.
This grey 2016 Nissan Qashqai 1.5 dCi diesel (VE66SXC) has covered 64,006 miles as of its July 2026 MOT, which is modest for a nearly 10-year-old car. The history includes one MOT failure in July 2025 for a near-side front tyre cut to the cords plus worn brake discs and track rod dust covers, though it passed the same day after rectification. Recent advisories flag corroded rear shock absorbers, headlamp lens defects, a windscreen chip, and worn rear tyres, indicating several ageing components need attention.
No aggregate MOT reliability data is available for the Nissan Qashqai in this report, so assessment is limited to the individual history of VE66SXC.
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