Vehicle summary
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 2016 Nissan Qashqai Petrol 1197cc has had 9 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing once (89% pass rate). It has 67,279 miles on the clock, averaging 6,752 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.2 DIG-T engine is known for hra2. Common Nissan Qashqai issues include parking sensors (ultrasonic rear sensors) and battery (starter battery, non-hybrid).
MOT & Mileage History for BU16 ULW
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 67,279 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 6,752 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 9 tests on record
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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]
HRA2
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | BU16 ULW |
| Make | Nissan |
| Model | Qashqai |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1197cc |
| Year | 2016 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BU — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 16 — March 2016 to August 2016 |
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About BU16 ULW
What car is BU16 ULW?
BU16 ULW is a blue Nissan Qashqai, petrol (1197cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2016.
What is the mileage of BU16 ULW?
The last recorded mileage for BU16 ULW was 67,279 miles, recorded on 19 Mar 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BU16 ULW passed its MOT?
BU16 ULW has had 9 MOT tests with an 89% pass rate (8 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 19 Mar 2026.
Is BU16 ULW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BU16 ULW 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 BU16 ULW?
BU16 ULW is approximately 10 years old. Age identifier 16 means registered between 1 March 2016 and 31 August 2016.