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GU12 NPN

2012 Nissan Qashqai · Petrol · 1997cc

Black Registered in Brighton, Garden of England · 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 76,253 miles on the clock, averaging 4,161 miles per year, well 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 GU12 NPN

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
76,253
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
4,161

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading76,253 miles
Reading date
Miles last year483
Average per year4,161
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for GU12 NPN 30k42k53k65k76k '15'26'20

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Full MOT Test History 14 tests on record

PASS
Mileage76,253 miles
Since last MOT+483 miles
PASS
Mileage75,770 miles
Since last MOT+1,114 miles
PASS
Mileage74,656 miles
Since last MOT+1,291 miles
PASS
Mileage73,365 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage73,365 miles
Since last MOT+1,183 miles
PASS
Mileage72,182 miles
Since last MOT+1,143 miles
PASS
Mileage71,039 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage71,039 miles
Since last MOT+9,427 miles
PASS
Mileage61,612 miles
Since last MOT+8,669 miles
PASS
Mileage52,943 miles
Since last MOT+6,628 miles
PASS
Mileage46,315 miles
Since last MOT+7,186 miles
PASS
Mileage39,129 miles
Since last MOT+8,362 miles
PASS
Mileage30,767 miles
Since last MOT+322 miles
PASS
Mileage30,445 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

RegistrationGU12 NPN
MakeNissan
ModelQashqai
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1997cc
Year2012
First registered
Area codeGU — Brighton, Garden of England
Age identifier12 — March 2012 to August 2012

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About GU12 NPN

What car is GU12 NPN?

GU12 NPN is a black Nissan Qashqai, petrol (1997cc). First registered in Brighton in 2012.

What is the mileage of GU12 NPN?

The last recorded mileage for GU12 NPN was 76,253 miles, recorded on 2 Feb 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has GU12 NPN passed its MOT?

GU12 NPN has had 14 MOT tests with an 86% pass rate (12 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 2 Feb 2026.

Is GU12 NPN ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, GU12 NPN 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 GU12 NPN?

GU12 NPN is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 12 means registered between 1 March 2012 and 31 August 2012.