Vehicle summary
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 2016 Nissan Qashqai Petrol 1197cc has had 10 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing 3 (70% pass rate). It has 140,837 miles on the clock, averaging 16,742 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 1.2 DIG-T engine is known for hra2. Common Nissan Qashqai issues include parking sensors (ultrasonic rear sensors) and battery (starter battery, non-hybrid).
MOT & Mileage History for PF16 VGN
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 140,837 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 16,742 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 10 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Nissan Qashqai
These are the most commonly reported problems on Nissan Qashqai models (2014–2021), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.
Parking sensors (ultrasonic rear sensors)
Sensors fail due to water ingress or wiring corrosion, causing false readings or total dropout. · Typical repair: £150-£400 (sensor + labour; full bumper repaint if damaged adds £200).[1][5]
Battery (starter battery, non-hybrid)
Premature failure from high drain by infotainment/ECUs, or poor earth connections. · Typical repair: £100-£250 (battery + diagnostic/alternator check).[1][5]
Infotainment/NissanConnect system (touchscreen, sat-nav, Bluetooth)
Software glitches, freezing, or touchscreen unresponsiveness; backup camera fails too. · Typical repair: £200-£600 (software update/module reset; full unit £800+).[1]
Front suspension (lower control arm bushes/rubber mounts)
Bushes split/crack from poor quality rubber, causing play. · Typical repair: £250-£500 per side (bushes + alignment).[5]
HRA2
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | PF16 VGN |
| Make | Nissan |
| Model | Qashqai |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1197cc |
| Year | 2016 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | PF — Preston, Preston |
| Age identifier | 16 — March 2016 to August 2016 |
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About PF16 VGN
What car is PF16 VGN?
PF16 VGN is a grey Nissan Qashqai, petrol (1197cc). First registered in Preston in 2016.
What is the mileage of PF16 VGN?
The last recorded mileage for PF16 VGN was 140,837 miles, recorded on 23 Dec 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has PF16 VGN passed its MOT?
PF16 VGN has had 10 MOT tests with a 70% pass rate (7 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 23 Dec 2025.
Is PF16 VGN ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, PF16 VGN 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 PF16 VGN?
PF16 VGN is approximately 10 years old. Age identifier 16 means registered between 1 March 2016 and 31 August 2016.