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EF08 XKB

2008 Nissan Qashqai · Petrol · 1997cc

Blue Registered in Chelmsford, Essex · 18 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeNissan
ModelQashqai
Year2008
FuelPetrol
Engine1997cc
ColourBlue
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 21 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 6 (71% pass rate). It has 122,049 miles on the clock, averaging 7,341 miles per year, below 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 XKB

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
122,049
Last Mileage
Recorded
21
Total Tests
Since 2011
71%
Pass Rate
15 passed, 6 failed

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

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 21 tests on record
7,341

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading122,049 miles
Reading date
Miles last year9,339
Average per year7,341
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for EF08 XKB 14k41k68k95k122k '11'26'18

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Full MOT Test History 21 tests on record

PASS
Mileage122,049 miles
Since last MOT+9,339 miles
PASS
Mileage112,710 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage112,708 miles
Since last MOT+7,937 miles
PASS
Mileage104,771 miles
Since last MOT+34 miles
FAIL
Mileage104,737 miles
Since last MOT+6,075 miles
PASS
Mileage98,662 miles
Since last MOT+6,061 miles
PASS
Mileage92,601 miles
Since last MOT+6,242 miles
PASS
Mileage86,359 miles
Since last MOT+7,725 miles
PASS
Mileage78,634 miles
Since last MOT+12 miles
FAIL
Mileage78,622 miles
Since last MOT+8,397 miles
PASS
Mileage70,225 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage70,225 miles
Since last MOT+3,898 miles
PASS
Mileage66,327 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage66,327 miles
Since last MOT+4,105 miles
PASS
Mileage62,222 miles
Since last MOT+7,356 miles
PASS
Mileage54,866 miles
Since last MOT+8,283 miles
PASS
Mileage46,583 miles
Since last MOT+426 miles
FAIL
Mileage46,157 miles
Since last MOT+8,451 miles
PASS
Mileage37,706 miles
Since last MOT+12,942 miles
PASS
Mileage24,764 miles
Since last MOT+11,030 miles
PASS
Mileage13,734 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 XKB
MakeNissan
ModelQashqai
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1997cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeEF — Chelmsford, Essex
Age identifier08 — March 2008 to August 2008

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About EF08 XKB

What car is EF08 XKB?

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

What is the mileage of EF08 XKB?

The last recorded mileage for EF08 XKB was 122,049 miles, recorded on 16 Apr 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has EF08 XKB passed its MOT?

EF08 XKB has had 21 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (15 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 16 Apr 2026.

Is EF08 XKB ULEZ compliant?

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

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