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BN12 KJY

2012 Nissan Qashqai · Petrol · 1997cc

Red Registered in Birmingham, Birmingham · 14 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeNissan
ModelQashqai
Year2012
FuelPetrol
Engine1997cc
ColourRed
ULEZ (est.)Likely CompliantPetrol post-2005 (Euro 4)
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 2012 Nissan Qashqai Petrol 1997cc has had 14 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 2 (86% pass rate). It has 121,336 miles on the clock, averaging 7,605 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. The 2.0 Petrol engine is known for 1. high oil consumption and 2. timing chain premature wear and noise.

MOT & Mileage History for BN12 KJY

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
121,336
Last Mileage
Recorded
14
Total Tests
Since 2015
86%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 14 tests on record
7,605

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading121,336 miles
Reading date
Miles last year10,199
Average per year7,605
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for BN12 KJY 40k61k81k101k121k '15'25'22

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Full MOT Test History 14 tests on record

PASS
Mileage121,336 miles
Since last MOT+10,199 miles
PASS
Mileage111,137 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage111,137 miles
Since last MOT+13,578 miles
PASS
Mileage97,559 miles
Since last MOT+4,330 miles
PASS
Mileage93,229 miles
Since last MOT+9,247 miles
PASS
Mileage83,982 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage83,981 miles
Since last MOT+8,326 miles
PASS
Mileage75,655 miles
Since last MOT+3,038 miles
PASS
Mileage72,617 miles
Since last MOT+4,590 miles
PASS
Mileage68,027 miles
Since last MOT+4,493 miles
PASS
Mileage63,534 miles
Since last MOT+4,798 miles
PASS
Mileage58,736 miles
Since last MOT+6,668 miles
PASS
Mileage52,068 miles
Since last MOT+11,774 miles
PASS
Mileage40,294 miles

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🔧 Reported issues for this Nissan Qashqai

These are the most commonly reported problems on Nissan Qashqai models (2006–2013), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.

1. High Oil Consumption

Worn or broken piston oil control rings allow excessive oil to pass into the combustion chamber; alternatively, cylinder bore scuffing permits oil seepage past the rings.[1][2]

2. Timing Chain Premature Wear and Noise

The timing chain is designed for the engine's full service life, but in practice it often stretches or wears before 200,000 km; the tensioner may lose pressure, allowing chain slack; the chain can rattle against guides.[2]

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN12 KJY
MakeNissan
ModelQashqai
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1997cc
Year2012
First registered
Area codeBN — Birmingham, Birmingham
Age identifier12 — March 2012 to August 2012

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About BN12 KJY

What car is BN12 KJY?

BN12 KJY is a red Nissan Qashqai, petrol (1997cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2012.

What is the mileage of BN12 KJY?

The last recorded mileage for BN12 KJY was 121,336 miles, recorded on 3 Nov 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has BN12 KJY passed its MOT?

BN12 KJY has had 14 MOT tests with an 86% pass rate (12 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 3 Nov 2025.

Is BN12 KJY ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, BN12 KJY is likely ULEZ compliant. Petrol post-2005 (Euro 4). This is an estimate based on typical emission standards — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker for a definitive answer.

How old is BN12 KJY?

BN12 KJY is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 12 means registered between 1 March 2012 and 31 August 2012.