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EA08 FVU

2008 Nissan Qashqai · Petrol · 1997cc

Grey Registered in Chelmsford, Essex · 18 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeNissan
ModelQashqai
Year2008
FuelPetrol
Engine1997cc
ColourGrey
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 2008 Nissan Qashqai Petrol 1997cc has had 25 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 8 (68% pass rate). It has 154,533 miles on the clock, averaging 8,604 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 EA08 FVU

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
154,533
Last Mileage
Recorded
25
Total Tests
Since 2011
68%
Pass Rate
17 passed, 8 failed

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

8

MOT failures recorded

Out of 25 tests on record
8,604

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 reading154,533 miles
Reading date
Average per year8,604
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for EA08 FVU 22k55k88k121k155k '11'26'18

Check EA08 FVU

Full MOT Test History 25 tests on record

PASS
Mileage154,533 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage154,533 miles
Since last MOT+12,256 miles
PASS
Mileage142,277 miles
Since last MOT+32 miles
FAIL
Mileage142,245 miles
Since last MOT+14,091 miles
PASS
Mileage128,154 miles
Since last MOT+7,326 miles
PASS
Mileage120,828 miles
Since last MOT+5,529 miles
PASS
Mileage115,299 miles
Since last MOT+16,561 miles
PASS
Mileage98,738 miles
Since last MOT+10,559 miles
PASS
Mileage88,179 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage88,179 miles
Since last MOT+8,878 miles
PASS
Mileage79,301 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage79,301 miles
Since last MOT+8,813 miles
PASS
Mileage70,488 miles
Since last MOT+8,067 miles
PASS
Mileage62,421 miles
Since last MOT+950 miles
PASS
Mileage61,471 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage61,471 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
PASS
Mileage61,469 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage61,469 miles
Since last MOT+36 miles
PASS
Mileage61,433 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage61,433 miles
Since last MOT+5,647 miles
PASS
Mileage55,786 miles
Since last MOT+7,776 miles
PASS
Mileage48,010 miles
Since last MOT+7,002 miles
FAIL
Mileage41,008 miles
Since last MOT+7,741 miles
PASS
Mileage33,267 miles
Since last MOT+11,025 miles
PASS
Mileage22,242 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

RegistrationEA08 FVU
MakeNissan
ModelQashqai
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1997cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeEA — Chelmsford, Essex
Age identifier08 — March 2008 to August 2008

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About EA08 FVU

What car is EA08 FVU?

EA08 FVU is an grey Nissan Qashqai, petrol (1997cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2008.

What is the mileage of EA08 FVU?

The last recorded mileage for EA08 FVU was 154,533 miles, recorded on 5 Aug 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has EA08 FVU passed its MOT?

EA08 FVU has had 25 MOT tests with a 68% pass rate (17 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 5 Aug 2026.

Is EA08 FVU ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, EA08 FVU 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 EA08 FVU?

EA08 FVU is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.