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GU12 NVA

2012 Nissan Qashqai · Petrol · 1997cc

Red Registered in Brighton, Garden of England · 14 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeNissan
ModelQashqai
Year2012
FuelPetrol
Engine1997cc
ColourRed
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 63,949 miles on the clock, averaging 4,016 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 NVA

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
63,949
Last Mileage
Recorded
14
Total Tests
Since 2014
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
4,016

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading63,949 miles
Reading date
Miles last year2,874
Average per year4,016
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for GU12 NVA 20k31k42k53k64k '14'25'20

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Full MOT Test History 14 tests on record

PASS
Mileage63,949 miles
Since last MOT+2,874 miles
PASS
Mileage61,075 miles
Since last MOT+3,668 miles
PASS
Mileage57,407 miles
Since last MOT+89 miles
FAIL
Mileage57,318 miles
Since last MOT+3,605 miles
PASS
Mileage53,713 miles
Since last MOT+3,746 miles
PASS
Mileage49,967 miles
Since last MOT+6,936 miles
PASS
Mileage43,031 miles
Since last MOT+3,989 miles
PASS
Mileage39,042 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage39,041 miles
Since last MOT+3,969 miles
PASS
Mileage35,072 miles
Since last MOT+3,627 miles
PASS
Mileage31,445 miles
Since last MOT+3,527 miles
PASS
Mileage27,918 miles
Since last MOT+6,018 miles
PASS
Mileage21,900 miles
Since last MOT+1,511 miles
PASS
Mileage20,389 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 NVA
MakeNissan
ModelQashqai
ColourRed
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 NVA

What car is GU12 NVA?

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

What is the mileage of GU12 NVA?

The last recorded mileage for GU12 NVA was 63,949 miles, recorded on 21 Oct 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has GU12 NVA passed its MOT?

GU12 NVA has had 14 MOT tests with an 86% pass rate (12 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 21 Oct 2025.

Is GU12 NVA ULEZ compliant?

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

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