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.
MOT & Mileage History for EA18 TAU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 47,084 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2,695 |
| Average per year | 4,595 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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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]
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | EA18 TAU |
| Make | Nissan |
| Model | Qashqai |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1618cc |
| Year | 2018 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | EA — Chelmsford, Essex |
| Age identifier | 18 — March 2018 to August 2018 |
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About EA18 TAU
What car is EA18 TAU?
EA18 TAU is an black Nissan Qashqai, petrol (1618cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2018.
What is the mileage of EA18 TAU?
The last recorded mileage for EA18 TAU was 47,084 miles, recorded on 10 Jul 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has EA18 TAU passed its MOT?
EA18 TAU has had 9 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (6 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 10 Jul 2026.
Is EA18 TAU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, EA18 TAU 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 EA18 TAU?
EA18 TAU is approximately 8 years old. Age identifier 18 means registered between 1 March 2018 and 31 August 2018.