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.
At a glance
This 2012 Nissan Qashqai Petrol 1598cc has had 14 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 3 (79% pass rate). It has 85,523 miles on the clock, averaging 5,737 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.6 Petrol engine is known for hr16de and timing chain.
MOT & Mileage History for EK12 MBU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 85,523 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3 |
| Average per year | 5,737 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 14 tests on record
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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.
HR16DE
Timing chain (primary chain and associated sprockets, shoes, phase regulator)
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | EK12 MBU |
| Make | Nissan |
| Model | Qashqai |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2012 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | EK — Chelmsford, Essex |
| Age identifier | 12 — March 2012 to August 2012 |
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About EK12 MBU
What car is EK12 MBU?
EK12 MBU is an grey Nissan Qashqai, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2012.
What is the mileage of EK12 MBU?
The last recorded mileage for EK12 MBU was 85,523 miles, recorded on 23 Sep 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has EK12 MBU passed its MOT?
EK12 MBU has had 14 MOT tests with a 79% pass rate (11 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 23 Sep 2025.
Is EK12 MBU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, EK12 MBU 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 EK12 MBU?
EK12 MBU is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 12 means registered between 1 March 2012 and 31 August 2012.