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SM12 UCG

2012 Nissan Qashqai · Diesel · 1461cc

Red Registered in Edinburgh, Scotland · 14 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeNissan
ModelQashqai
Year2012
FuelDiesel
Engine1461cc
ColourRed
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 18 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 7 (61% pass rate). It has 119,194 miles on the clock, averaging 8,883 miles per year, around 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 SM12 UCG

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
119,194
Last Mileage
Recorded
18
Total Tests
Since 2015
61%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 7 failed

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

7

MOT failures recorded

Out of 18 tests on record
8,883

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading119,194 miles
Reading date
Miles last year2
Average per year8,883
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for SM12 UCG 23k47k71k95k119k '15'26'22

Check SM12 UCG

Full MOT Test History 18 tests on record

PASS
Mileage119,194 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage119,192 miles
Since last MOT+9,772 miles
PASS
Mileage109,420 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage109,420 miles
Since last MOT+11,837 miles
PASS
Mileage97,583 miles
Since last MOT+15,625 miles
PASS
Mileage81,958 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage81,958 miles
Since last MOT+1,853 miles
PASS
Mileage80,105 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage80,105 miles
Since last MOT+7,922 miles
PASS
Mileage72,183 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage72,183 miles
Since last MOT+8,281 miles
PASS
Mileage63,902 miles
Since last MOT+7,676 miles
PASS
Mileage56,226 miles
Since last MOT+8,942 miles
PASS
Mileage47,284 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage47,283 miles
Since last MOT+8,324 miles
PASS
Mileage38,959 miles
Since last MOT+7,395 miles
PASS
Mileage31,564 miles
Since last MOT+8,216 miles
FAIL
Mileage23,348 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

RegistrationSM12 UCG
MakeNissan
ModelQashqai
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1461cc
Year2012
First registered
Area codeSM — Edinburgh, Scotland
Age identifier12 — March 2012 to August 2012

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About SM12 UCG

What car is SM12 UCG?

SM12 UCG is an red Nissan Qashqai, diesel (1461cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2012.

What is the mileage of SM12 UCG?

The last recorded mileage for SM12 UCG was 119,194 miles, recorded on 9 Apr 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has SM12 UCG passed its MOT?

SM12 UCG has had 18 MOT tests with a 61% pass rate (11 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 9 Apr 2026.

Is SM12 UCG ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, SM12 UCG 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 SM12 UCG?

SM12 UCG is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 12 means registered between 1 March 2012 and 31 August 2012.