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EX12 BTO

2012 Nissan Qashqai · Diesel · 1461cc

Red Registered in Chelmsford, Essex · 14 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeNissan
ModelQashqai
Year2012
FuelDiesel
Engine1461cc
ColourRed
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantDiesel pre-2015
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 Diesel 1461cc has had 18 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 7 (61% pass rate). It has 158,857 miles on the clock, averaging 9,324 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 1.5 dCi engine is known for crankshaft connecting rod bearings (main/rod bearings).

MOT & Mileage History for EX12 BTO

MOT Status
Due date passed
158,857
Last Mileage
Recorded
18
Total Tests
Since 2015
61%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 7 failed

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

7

MOT failures recorded

Out of 18 tests on record
9,324

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 reading158,857 miles
Reading date
Average per year9,324
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for EX12 BTO 60k85k110k134k159k '15'25'21

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Full MOT Test History 18 tests on record

PASS
Mileage158,857 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage158,857 miles
Since last MOT+9,742 miles
PASS
Mileage149,115 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage149,115 miles
Since last MOT+6,194 miles
PASS
Mileage142,921 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage142,920 miles
Since last MOT+17,176 miles
PASS
Mileage125,744 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage125,744 miles
Since last MOT+16,715 miles
PASS
Mileage109,029 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage109,029 miles
Since last MOT+3,796 miles
PASS
Mileage105,233 miles
Since last MOT+201 miles
FAIL
Mileage105,032 miles
Since last MOT+12,062 miles
PASS
Mileage92,970 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage92,970 miles
Since last MOT+11,090 miles
PASS
Mileage81,880 miles
Since last MOT+6,880 miles
PASS
Mileage75,000 miles
Since last MOT+5,956 miles
PASS
Mileage69,044 miles
Since last MOT+8,804 miles
PASS
Mileage60,240 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.

Crankshaft connecting rod bearings (main/rod bearings)

Premature wear or failure due to oil starvation from poor circulation, manufacturing tolerances, or contaminated/delayed oil changes.

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX12 BTO
MakeNissan
ModelQashqai
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1461cc
Year2012
First registered
Area codeEX — Chelmsford, Essex
Age identifier12 — March 2012 to August 2012

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About EX12 BTO

What car is EX12 BTO?

EX12 BTO is an red Nissan Qashqai, diesel (1461cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2012.

What is the mileage of EX12 BTO?

The last recorded mileage for EX12 BTO was 158,857 miles, recorded on 6 Oct 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has EX12 BTO passed its MOT?

EX12 BTO has had 18 MOT tests with a 61% pass rate (11 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 6 Oct 2025.

Is EX12 BTO ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, EX12 BTO is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2012, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.

How old is EX12 BTO?

EX12 BTO is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 12 means registered between 1 March 2012 and 31 August 2012.