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EJ12 FGA

2012 Nissan Qashqai · Petrol · 1997cc

Blue Registered in Chelmsford, Essex · 14 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeNissan
ModelQashqai
Year2012
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 2012 Nissan Qashqai Petrol 1997cc has had 17 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 5 (71% pass rate). It has 96,512 miles on the clock, averaging 5,863 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 EJ12 FGA

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
96,512
Last Mileage
Recorded
17
Total Tests
Since 2015
71%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 17 tests on record
5,863

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading96,512 miles
Reading date
Miles last year1
Average per year5,863
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for EJ12 FGA 33k49k65k81k97k '15'26'22

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Full MOT Test History 17 tests on record

PASS
Mileage96,512 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage96,511 miles
Since last MOT+4,504 miles
PASS
Mileage92,007 miles
Since last MOT+4,018 miles
PASS
Mileage87,989 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage87,989 miles
Since last MOT+3,729 miles
PASS
Mileage84,260 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage84,260 miles
Since last MOT+4,107 miles
PASS
Mileage80,153 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage80,152 miles
Since last MOT+4,650 miles
PASS
Mileage75,502 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage75,502 miles
Since last MOT+5,525 miles
PASS
Mileage69,977 miles
Since last MOT+3,561 miles
PASS
Mileage66,416 miles
Since last MOT+13,290 miles
PASS
Mileage53,126 miles
Since last MOT+10,993 miles
PASS
Mileage42,133 miles
Since last MOT+273 miles
PASS
Mileage41,860 miles
Since last MOT+8,421 miles
PASS
Mileage33,439 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

RegistrationEJ12 FGA
MakeNissan
ModelQashqai
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1997cc
Year2012
First registered
Area codeEJ — Chelmsford, Essex
Age identifier12 — March 2012 to August 2012

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About EJ12 FGA

What car is EJ12 FGA?

EJ12 FGA is an blue Nissan Qashqai, petrol (1997cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2012.

What is the mileage of EJ12 FGA?

The last recorded mileage for EJ12 FGA was 96,512 miles, recorded on 23 Jan 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has EJ12 FGA passed its MOT?

EJ12 FGA has had 17 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (12 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 23 Jan 2026.

Is EJ12 FGA ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, EJ12 FGA 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 EJ12 FGA?

EJ12 FGA is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 12 means registered between 1 March 2012 and 31 August 2012.