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2011 Nissan Qashqai 1.5L Diesel · VK61 FME

VK61 FME

2011 Nissan Qashqai (1.5L, diesel). First registered 01 Sept 2011. Recorded mileage 128,339 miles. MOT valid until 09 Jun 2027. Taxed until 01 Nov 2026.

Make & Model
NISSAN QASHQAI
Year / Origin
2011 · Worcester
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Valid until 09 Jun 2027
Road Tax
Taxed (01 Nov 2026)
Recorded Mileage
128,339 mi
ULEZ Compliance
Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine
DIESEL · 1.5L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 09 Jun 2027
Tax Status
Taxed
Tax due 01 Nov 2026
Fuel Type
DIESEL
Year
2011
Engine
1461cc
Mechanical Assessment

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The vehicle currently holds a valid MOT but the history reveals a trend of worsening structural and mechanical condition. While it passed the most recent test on 28 May 2026 at 128,339 miles, this followed a failure just one day prior due to steering components. The presence of excessive play in both offside and nearside front track rod ends indicates that the front suspension is reaching the end of life and is being addressed only at the point of failure rather than through preventative maintenance. At 128,339 miles over 15 years, the vehicle has averaged approximately 8,500 miles per year, which is consistent with typical UK usage for its age. The record shows consistent use, with roughly 7,600 miles covered between June 2024 and May 2025, and another 8,400 miles between May 2025 and May 2026. This steady mileage suggests the car is a regular driver, which has exposed the chassis to consistent environmental corrosion over time. A buyer must prioritise a thorough physical inspection of the chassis and lower suspension assembly. The 2024 test flagged a corroded rear sub-frame and suspension arms, which escalated by May 2025 to seriously weakened suspension arms that caused a failure. This progression of structural rust is a significant concern for a vehicle of this era. Furthermore, the recurring misting on the nearside front shock absorber noted in 2025 suggests the seals are failing, which will eventually require component replacement to maintain handling geometry. The braking system also shows signs of neglect. Rear brake discs have been flagged as pitted or scored across three consecutive annual tests, from June 2024 through May 2026. The 2025 failure due to inadequate effort on the nearside parking brake suggests that corroded lines or seized mechanisms have not been fully remediated. Any purchaser should verify that the recent track rod end replacements were fitted correctly and check that the structural corrosion on the subframe has not progressed beyond the last recorded repair.
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VK61 FME Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 28/05/2026
  • 128,339 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 2 historical MOT failures
  • 4 defects noted at the latest MOT
  • Recurring brakes items (10 mentions)

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VK61 FME MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 5 Jun 2026, 00:55
MOT Analysis

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 2011 Nissan Qashqai (VK61 FME) between June 2024 and May 2026.

The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.

The most recent test on 28 May 2026 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: Brakes (10 issues), Suspension (6 issues), Steering (2 issues), Tyres (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 20 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 Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))”; “Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))”; “Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))”.

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VK61 FME Mileage History

  1. 11/06/2024112,513 mi
  2. 16/05/2025119,887 mi+7,374 mi
  3. 21/05/2025119,893 mi+6 mi
  4. 27/05/2026128,339 mi+8,446 mi
  5. 28/05/2026128,339 mi

Average of roughly 8,076 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

Technical Specifications

May be subject to ULEZ charges

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MOT Roadworthiness: Good

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