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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 2016 Nissan Qashqai Petrol 1197cc has had 9 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing once (89% pass rate). It has 39,221 miles on the clock, averaging 3,631 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.2 DIG-T engine is known for hra2. Common Nissan Qashqai issues include parking sensors (ultrasonic rear sensors) and battery (starter battery, non-hybrid).
MOT & Mileage History for EL51 EJC
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 39,221 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 3,631 |
| 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]
HRA2
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | EL51 EJC |
| Make | Nissan |
| Model | Qashqai |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1197cc |
| Year | 2016 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | EL — Chelmsford, Essex |
| Age identifier | 51 — September 2001 to February 2002 |
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About EL51 EJC
What car is EL51 EJC?
EL51 EJC is an grey Nissan Qashqai, petrol (1197cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2016.
What is the mileage of EL51 EJC?
The last recorded mileage for EL51 EJC was 39,221 miles, recorded on 24 Feb 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has EL51 EJC passed its MOT?
EL51 EJC has had 9 MOT tests with an 89% pass rate (8 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 24 Feb 2026.
Is EL51 EJC ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, EL51 EJC 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 EL51 EJC?
EL51 EJC is approximately 10 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.