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BD14 TAU

2014 Nissan Qashqai · Diesel · 1598cc

Beige Registered in Birmingham, Birmingham · 12 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeNissan
ModelQashqai
Year2014
FuelDiesel
Engine1598cc
ColourBeige
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantDiesel pre-2015
Est. Annual Tax£165–£265

ULEZ status is estimated based on fuel type and registration year. It may not reflect the actual emission standard of this vehicle. Check with TfL for a definitive answer.

At a glance

This 2014 Nissan Qashqai Diesel 1598cc has had 4 MOT tests on record, passing 3 and failing once (75% pass rate). It has 65,531 miles on the clock, averaging 10,534 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 1.6 dCi engine is known for cracked cylinder block or head. Common Nissan Qashqai issues include parking sensors (ultrasonic rear sensors) and battery (starter battery, non-hybrid).

MOT & Mileage History for BD14 TAU

MOT Status
Due date passed
65,531
Last Mileage
Recorded
4
Total Tests
Since 2017
75%
Pass Rate
3 passed, 1 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

1

MOT failure recorded

Out of 4 tests on record
10,534

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading65,531 miles
Reading date
Average per year10,534
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for BD14 TAU 44k49k55k60k66k '17'19'19

Check BD14 TAU

Full MOT Test History 4 tests on record

PASS
Mileage65,531 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage65,531 miles
Since last MOT+9,249 miles
PASS
Mileage56,282 miles
Since last MOT+12,150 miles
PASS
Mileage44,132 miles

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🔧 Reported issues for this Nissan Qashqai

These are the most commonly reported problems on Nissan Qashqai models (2014–2021), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.

Parking sensors (ultrasonic rear sensors)

Sensors fail due to water ingress or wiring corrosion, causing false readings or total dropout. · Typical repair: £150-£400 (sensor + labour; full bumper repaint if damaged adds £200).[1][5]

Battery (starter battery, non-hybrid)

Premature failure from high drain by infotainment/ECUs, or poor earth connections. · Typical repair: £100-£250 (battery + diagnostic/alternator check).[1][5]

Infotainment/NissanConnect system (touchscreen, sat-nav, Bluetooth)

Software glitches, freezing, or touchscreen unresponsiveness; backup camera fails too. · Typical repair: £200-£600 (software update/module reset; full unit £800+).[1]

Front suspension (lower control arm bushes/rubber mounts)

Bushes split/crack from poor quality rubber, causing play. · Typical repair: £250-£500 per side (bushes + alignment).[5]

Cracked cylinder block or head (especially twin-turbo 160hp R9M)

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD14 TAU
MakeNissan
ModelQashqai
ColourBeige
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1598cc
Year2014
First registered
Area codeBD — Birmingham, Birmingham
Age identifier14 — March 2014 to August 2014

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About BD14 TAU

What car is BD14 TAU?

BD14 TAU is a beige Nissan Qashqai, diesel (1598cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2014.

What is the mileage of BD14 TAU?

The last recorded mileage for BD14 TAU was 65,531 miles, recorded on 22 May 2019 during its most recent MOT test.

Has BD14 TAU passed its MOT?

BD14 TAU has had 4 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (3 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 22 May 2019.

Is BD14 TAU ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, BD14 TAU is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2014, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.

How old is BD14 TAU?

BD14 TAU is approximately 12 years old. Age identifier 14 means registered between 1 March 2014 and 31 August 2014.