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EX12 BVD

2012 Nissan Qashqai · Petrol · 1997cc

Black Registered in Chelmsford, Essex · 14 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeNissan
ModelQashqai
Year2012
FuelPetrol
Engine1997cc
ColourBlack
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 14 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 2 (86% pass rate). It has 88,926 miles on the clock, averaging 7,397 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 EX12 BVD

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
88,926
Last Mileage
Recorded
14
Total Tests
Since 2015
86%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 14 tests on record
7,397

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading88,926 miles
Reading date
Miles last year3,007
Average per year7,397
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for EX12 BVD 9k29k49k69k89k '15'26'21

Check EX12 BVD

Full MOT Test History 14 tests on record

PASS
Mileage88,926 miles
Since last MOT+3,007 miles
PASS
Mileage85,919 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage85,919 miles
Since last MOT+7,220 miles
PASS
Mileage78,699 miles
Since last MOT+10,030 miles
PASS
Mileage68,669 miles
Since last MOT+9,521 miles
PASS
Mileage59,148 miles
Since last MOT+9,055 miles
PASS
Mileage50,093 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage50,092 miles
Since last MOT+6,206 miles
PASS
Mileage43,886 miles
Since last MOT+8,276 miles
PASS
Mileage35,610 miles
Since last MOT+8,934 miles
PASS
Mileage26,676 miles
Since last MOT+8,563 miles
PASS
Mileage18,113 miles
Since last MOT+7,095 miles
PASS
Mileage11,018 miles
Since last MOT+2,024 miles
PASS
Mileage8,994 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

RegistrationEX12 BVD
MakeNissan
ModelQashqai
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1997cc
Year2012
First registered
Area codeEX — Chelmsford, Essex
Age identifier12 — March 2012 to August 2012

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About EX12 BVD

What car is EX12 BVD?

EX12 BVD is an black Nissan Qashqai, petrol (1997cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2012.

What is the mileage of EX12 BVD?

The last recorded mileage for EX12 BVD was 88,926 miles, recorded on 23 Jan 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has EX12 BVD passed its MOT?

EX12 BVD has had 14 MOT tests with an 86% pass rate (12 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 23 Jan 2026.

Is EX12 BVD ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, EX12 BVD 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 EX12 BVD?

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