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EF08 OJS

2008 Nissan Qashqai · Petrol · 1997cc

Beige Registered in Chelmsford, Essex · 18 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeNissan
ModelQashqai
Year2008
FuelPetrol
Engine1997cc
ColourBeige
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 19 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 4 (79% pass rate). It has 155,410 miles on the clock, averaging 9,639 miles per year, above 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 EF08 OJS

MOT Status
Due date passed
155,410
Last Mileage
Recorded
19
Total Tests
Since 2011
79%
Pass Rate
15 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 19 tests on record
9,639

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading155,410 miles
Reading date
Average per year9,639
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for EF08 OJS 20k54k88k121k155k '11'25'20

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Full MOT Test History 19 tests on record

PASS
Mileage155,410 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage155,410 miles
Since last MOT+10,500 miles
PASS
Mileage144,910 miles
Since last MOT+9,931 miles
PASS
Mileage134,979 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage134,976 miles
Since last MOT+6,869 miles
PASS
Mileage128,107 miles
Since last MOT+9,191 miles
PASS
Mileage118,916 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage118,916 miles
Since last MOT+5,095 miles
PASS
Mileage113,821 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage113,821 miles
Since last MOT+5,283 miles
PASS
Mileage108,538 miles
Since last MOT+9,756 miles
PASS
Mileage98,782 miles
Since last MOT+9,127 miles
PASS
Mileage89,655 miles
Since last MOT+8,696 miles
PASS
Mileage80,959 miles
Since last MOT+13,789 miles
PASS
Mileage67,170 miles
Since last MOT+15,033 miles
PASS
Mileage52,137 miles
Since last MOT+11,444 miles
PASS
Mileage40,693 miles
Since last MOT+10,082 miles
PASS
Mileage30,611 miles
Since last MOT+10,989 miles
PASS
Mileage19,622 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

RegistrationEF08 OJS
MakeNissan
ModelQashqai
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1997cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeEF — Chelmsford, Essex
Age identifier08 — March 2008 to August 2008

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About EF08 OJS

What car is EF08 OJS?

EF08 OJS is an beige Nissan Qashqai, petrol (1997cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2008.

What is the mileage of EF08 OJS?

The last recorded mileage for EF08 OJS was 155,410 miles, recorded on 21 Jul 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has EF08 OJS passed its MOT?

EF08 OJS has had 19 MOT tests with a 79% pass rate (15 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 21 Jul 2025.

Is EF08 OJS ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, EF08 OJS 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 EF08 OJS?

EF08 OJS is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.