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LT12 OCU

2012 Nissan Qashqai · Petrol · 1997cc

Red Registered in Stanmore, London · 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 18 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 5 (72% pass rate). It has 147,409 miles on the clock, averaging 10,974 miles per year, above 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 LT12 OCU

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
147,409
Last Mileage
Recorded
18
Total Tests
Since 2015
72%
Pass Rate
13 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 18 tests on record
10,974

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading147,409 miles
Reading date
Miles last year13,037
Average per year10,974
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for LT12 OCU 24k55k86k116k147k '15'26'21

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Full MOT Test History 18 tests on record

PASS
Mileage147,409 miles
Since last MOT+13,037 miles
PASS
Mileage134,372 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage134,372 miles
Since last MOT+27,472 miles
PASS
Mileage106,900 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage106,900 miles
Since last MOT+8,707 miles
PASS
Mileage98,193 miles
Since last MOT+8,832 miles
PASS
Mileage89,361 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage89,359 miles
Since last MOT+9,031 miles
PASS
Mileage80,328 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage80,328 miles
Since last MOT+4,690 miles
PASS
Mileage75,638 miles
Since last MOT+7,424 miles
PASS
Mileage68,214 miles
Since last MOT+12,776 miles
PASS
Mileage55,438 miles
Since last MOT+12,220 miles
PASS
Mileage43,218 miles
Since last MOT+11,998 miles
PASS
Mileage31,220 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage31,220 miles
Since last MOT+556 miles
PASS
Mileage30,664 miles
Since last MOT+7,014 miles
PASS
Mileage23,650 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

RegistrationLT12 OCU
MakeNissan
ModelQashqai
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1997cc
Year2012
First registered
Area codeLT — Stanmore, London
Age identifier12 — March 2012 to August 2012

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About LT12 OCU

What car is LT12 OCU?

LT12 OCU is an red Nissan Qashqai, petrol (1997cc). First registered in Stanmore in 2012.

What is the mileage of LT12 OCU?

The last recorded mileage for LT12 OCU was 147,409 miles, recorded on 2 Jul 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LT12 OCU passed its MOT?

LT12 OCU has had 18 MOT tests with a 72% pass rate (13 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 2 Jul 2026.

Is LT12 OCU ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, LT12 OCU 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 LT12 OCU?

LT12 OCU is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 12 means registered between 1 March 2012 and 31 August 2012.