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 7 MOT tests on record, passing every one. It has 19,730 miles on the clock, averaging 1,782 miles per year, well below 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 SM16 BWJ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 19,730 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 536 |
| Average per year | 1,782 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 7 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 | SM16 BWJ |
| Make | Nissan |
| Model | Qashqai |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1197cc |
| Year | 2016 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SM — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 16 — March 2016 to August 2016 |
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About SM16 BWJ
What car is SM16 BWJ?
SM16 BWJ is an blue Nissan Qashqai, petrol (1197cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2016.
What is the mileage of SM16 BWJ?
The last recorded mileage for SM16 BWJ was 19,730 miles, recorded on 27 Nov 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SM16 BWJ passed its MOT?
SM16 BWJ has had 7 MOT tests with an 100% pass rate (7 passes, 0 failures). It last passed on 27 Nov 2025.
Is SM16 BWJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SM16 BWJ 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 SM16 BWJ?
SM16 BWJ is approximately 10 years old. Age identifier 16 means registered between 1 March 2016 and 31 August 2016.