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 2018 Nissan Qashqai Petrol 1197cc has had 7 MOT tests on record, passing every one. It has 72,724 miles on the clock, averaging 10,607 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 SM18 MTE
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 72,724 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 412 |
| Average per year | 10,607 |
| 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 | SM18 MTE |
| Make | Nissan |
| Model | Qashqai |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1197cc |
| Year | 2018 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SM — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 18 — March 2018 to August 2018 |
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About SM18 MTE
What car is SM18 MTE?
SM18 MTE is an blue Nissan Qashqai, petrol (1197cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2018.
What is the mileage of SM18 MTE?
The last recorded mileage for SM18 MTE was 72,724 miles, recorded on 7 Apr 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SM18 MTE passed its MOT?
SM18 MTE has had 7 MOT tests with an 100% pass rate (7 passes, 0 failures). It last passed on 7 Apr 2026.
Is SM18 MTE ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SM18 MTE 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 SM18 MTE?
SM18 MTE is approximately 8 years old. Age identifier 18 means registered between 1 March 2018 and 31 August 2018.