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PL12 ACU

2012 Nissan Qashqai · Diesel · 1461cc

Grey Registered in Preston, Preston · 14 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeNissan
ModelQashqai
Year2012
FuelDiesel
Engine1461cc
ColourGrey
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantDiesel pre-2015
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 Diesel 1461cc has had 13 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 3 (77% pass rate). It has 77,088 miles on the clock, averaging 5,250 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.5 dCi engine is known for crankshaft connecting rod bearings (main/rod bearings).

MOT & Mileage History for PL12 ACU

MOT Status
Due date passed
77,088
Last Mileage
Recorded
13
Total Tests
Since 2015
77%
Pass Rate
10 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 13 tests on record
5,250

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading77,088 miles
Reading date
Miles last year2,944
Average per year5,250
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for PL12 ACU 28k41k53k65k77k '15'24'19

Check PL12 ACU

Full MOT Test History 13 tests on record

PASS
Mileage77,088 miles
Since last MOT+2,944 miles
PASS
Mileage74,144 miles
Since last MOT+4,471 miles
PASS
Mileage69,673 miles
Since last MOT+35 miles
FAIL
Mileage69,638 miles
Since last MOT+6,141 miles
PASS
Mileage63,497 miles
Since last MOT+8,617 miles
PASS
Mileage54,880 miles
Since last MOT+3,316 miles
PASS
Mileage51,564 miles
Since last MOT+4,182 miles
PASS
Mileage47,382 miles
Since last MOT+6,295 miles
PASS
Mileage41,087 miles
Since last MOT+96 miles
FAIL
Mileage40,991 miles
Since last MOT+5,722 miles
PASS
Mileage35,269 miles
Since last MOT+6,920 miles
PASS
Mileage28,349 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage28,348 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.

Crankshaft connecting rod bearings (main/rod bearings)

Premature wear or failure due to oil starvation from poor circulation, manufacturing tolerances, or contaminated/delayed oil changes.

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPL12 ACU
MakeNissan
ModelQashqai
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1461cc
Year2012
First registered
Area codePL — Preston, Preston
Age identifier12 — March 2012 to August 2012

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About PL12 ACU

What car is PL12 ACU?

PL12 ACU is a grey Nissan Qashqai, diesel (1461cc). First registered in Preston in 2012.

What is the mileage of PL12 ACU?

The last recorded mileage for PL12 ACU was 77,088 miles, recorded on 11 Nov 2024 during its most recent MOT test.

Has PL12 ACU passed its MOT?

PL12 ACU has had 13 MOT tests with a 77% pass rate (10 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 11 Nov 2024.

Is PL12 ACU ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, PL12 ACU is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2012, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.

How old is PL12 ACU?

PL12 ACU is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 12 means registered between 1 March 2012 and 31 August 2012.