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 9 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing once (89% pass rate). It has 37,496 miles on the clock, averaging 3,737 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 SY16 VPV
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 37,496 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3,888 |
| Average per year | 3,737 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 9 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 | SY16 VPV |
| Make | Nissan |
| Model | Qashqai |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1197cc |
| Year | 2016 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SY — Inverness, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 16 — March 2016 to August 2016 |
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About SY16 VPV
What car is SY16 VPV?
SY16 VPV is an red Nissan Qashqai, petrol (1197cc). First registered in Inverness in 2016.
What is the mileage of SY16 VPV?
The last recorded mileage for SY16 VPV was 37,496 miles, recorded on 17 Feb 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SY16 VPV passed its MOT?
SY16 VPV has had 9 MOT tests with an 89% pass rate (8 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 17 Feb 2026.
Is SY16 VPV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SY16 VPV 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 SY16 VPV?
SY16 VPV is approximately 10 years old. Age identifier 16 means registered between 1 March 2016 and 31 August 2016.