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Nissan Qashqai

Orange · Diesel · 2007 · 1,461 cc

L5 APAMOT history

L5 APA is an orange diesel Nissan Qashqai first used on 15 Aug 2007. Its MOT expired on 8 Oct 2026 and it has passed 17 of 24 MOT tests, with 134,426 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Sept 2025.

L5 APA orange Nissan Qashqai – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Nissan Qashqai, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 8 Oct 2026
Mileage
134,426 mi
At MOT on 11 Sept 2025
MOT tests
24
17 passed · 7 failed
Per year
8,116 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L5 APA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Nissan
Model
Qashqai
Colour
Orange
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,461 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
15 Aug 2007
MOT status
MOT expired on 8 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
11 Sept 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

L5 APA was last recorded at 134,426 miles on 11 Sept 2025, 13,917 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Sept 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
120,509 miles · 13 Sept 2024
Between the last two tests
13,917 miles
Average per year
8,116 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 134,426 miles
  • 2024 – 120,509 miles
  • 2023 – 112,035 miles
  • 2022 – 105,908 miles
  • 2021 – 100,241 miles
  • 2020 – 91,836 miles
  • 2019 – 84,249 miles
  • 2018 – 79,756 miles
  • 2017 – 71,714 miles
  • 2016 – 63,794 miles
  • 2015 – 53,199 miles
  • 2014 – 44,958 miles
  • 2013 – 33,278 miles
  • 2012 – 24,777 miles
  • 2011 – 15,219 miles
  • 2010 – 11,528 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass134,426 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

No defects or advisories were recorded.

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened ALL rusty

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2013

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2013

Full MOT history

24 tests since 21 Jul 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass134,426 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    134,426 miles
    Test number
    298924577274

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail132,424 miles (+11,915)1 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,424 miles
    Test number
    993389765825
    • DangerousRear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened BOTH (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  3. Pass120,509 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    120,509 miles
    Test number
    432180285777

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail120,504 miles (+8,469)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,504 miles
    Test number
    531898436139
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  5. Pass112,035 miles (+6,127)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    112,035 miles
    Test number
    281317448112
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  6. Pass105,908 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    105,908 miles
    Test number
    968554925140
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral exhaust heat shield insecure
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both rears (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  7. Fail105,908 miles (+5,667)2 repaired1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,908 miles
    Test number
    387402612786
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral exhaust heat shield insecure
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both rears (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  8. Pass100,241 miles (+8,405)
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    100,241 miles
    Test number
    467019234970

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass91,836 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    91,836 miles
    Test number
    341177316016
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened ALL rusty (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  10. Fail91,836 miles (+7,587)1 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,836 miles
    Test number
    622957076983
    • DangerousOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened ALL rusty (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  11. Pass84,249 miles (+4,493)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    84,249 miles
    Test number
    684426059752
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  12. Pass79,756 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    79,756 miles
    Test number
    246354162265

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail79,755 miles (+8,041)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,755 miles
    Test number
    566569972357
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
  14. Pass71,714 miles (+7,920)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    71,714 miles
    Test number
    326730274017
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint drop link (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted
  15. Pass63,794 miles (+77)
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    63,794 miles
    Test number
    509066165235

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail63,717 miles (+10,518)2 failures1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,717 miles
    Test number
    408021036565
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp cleaning device inoperative lack of water (1.7.2)
  17. Pass53,199 miles (+8,241)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    53,199 miles
    Test number
    207188835068
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  18. Pass44,958 miles (+11,680)
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    44,958 miles
    Test number
    966522544098

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass33,278 miles (+579)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    33,278 miles
    Test number
    575140003184
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
  20. Pass32,699 miles (+7,922)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    32,699 miles
    Test number
    818462173093
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  21. Fail24,777 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,777 miles
    Test number
    479193972085
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
  22. Pass24,777 miles (+9,558)
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    24,777 miles
    Test number
    939983772087

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass15,219 miles (+3,691)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    15,219 miles
    Test number
    879434381029
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  24. Pass11,528 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    11,528 miles
    Test number
    872372000294

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L5 APA

Does L5 APA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L5 APA expired on 8 Oct 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L5 APA?
The MOT on L5 APA expired on 8 Oct 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L5 APA done?
L5 APA was recorded at 134,426 miles at its MOT on 11 Sept 2025, an average of 8,116 miles a year.
Has L5 APA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L5 APA has failed 7 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Sept 2025.
Has the mileage on L5 APA ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on L5 APA find?
L5 APA passed its latest MOT on 11 Sept 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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