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2013 Nissan Qashqai 1.6L Diesel · VK13 UBO

VK13 UBO

2013 Nissan Qashqai (1.6L, diesel). First registered 01 May 2013. Recorded mileage 117,105 miles. MOT valid until 14 Dec 2026.

Make & Model
NISSAN QASHQAI
Year / Origin
2013 · Worcester
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Valid until 14 Dec 2026
Road Tax
—
Recorded Mileage
117,105 mi
ULEZ Compliance
Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine
Diesel · 1.6L
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MOT Status
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Valid until 14 Dec 2026
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Fuel Type
Diesel
Year
2013
Engine
1598cc
Mechanical Assessment

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The vehicle's roadworthiness status is currently passing, as the most recent MOT test on 2025-12-02 at 117,105 miles was passed with no recorded defects. This indicates the vehicle is fit for the road, though the history reveals a concerning maintenance trend characterized by a failure on 2025-11-28 at 117,101 miles. The failure occurred immediately prior to the current test date, suggesting that the vehicle's mechanical condition deteriorated significantly between the 2025-11-28 inspection and the 2025-12-02 test. This rapid decline in performance immediately before the most recent assessment indicates that the vehicle may not be in a stable state of good mechanical condition, as the wear pattern continues to worsen despite the test passing on the 117,105 mile mark. The mileage pattern suggests that while the vehicle is approximately 13 years old with roughly 9,008 miles per year, the data points show a notable gap between the 2025-11-28 failure (117,101 miles) and the 2025-12-02 test (117,105 miles). This 4-mile gap creates a significant discrepancy between the vehicle's age and its recorded mileage, which contradicts the expectation of a stable usage pattern. The rapid accumulation of miles between the two most recent tests suggests that the vehicle may have experienced a period of heavy use or a lack of proper maintenance, leading to accelerated wear on critical components such as the suspension or drivetrain. In summary, the buyer should inspect the vehicle for structural integrity and mechanical wear, specifically focusing on the suspension and brakes, which are the most common failure points in vehicles of this age. Given the failure on 2025-11-28 at 117,101 miles, the vehicle is at risk of severe damage if not addressed immediately, as the wear pattern suggests that the vehicle is not in a stable condition. A thorough inspection is required to identify if the issue is due to a lack of regular servicing, excessive mileage, or other mechanical faults, as the vehicle's history indicates a clear deterioration in mechanical performance that must be resolved before it can be safely used.
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VK13 UBO Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 02/12/2025
  • 117,105 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 1 historical MOT failure
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT

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VK13 UBO MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 16 May 2026, 02:04
MOT Analysis

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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2013 Nissan Qashqai (VK13 UBO) between December 2022 and December 2025.

The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 02 December 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.

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VK13 UBO Mileage History

  1. 12/12/202293,962 mi
  2. 15/12/2023103,534 mi+9,572 mi
  3. 19/11/2024110,619 mi+7,085 mi
  4. 28/11/2025117,101 mi+6,482 mi
  5. 02/12/2025117,105 mi+4 mi

Average of roughly 7,784 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

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MOT Roadworthiness: Good

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