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Nissan Qashqai

Blue · Diesel · 2010 · 1,461 cc

L7 RCYMOT history

L7 RCY is a blue diesel Nissan Qashqai first used on 30 Sept 2010. Its MOT is valid until 9 Jun 2027 and it has passed 14 of 23 MOT tests, with 104,459 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 May 2026.

L7 RCY blue Nissan Qashqai – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Nissan Qashqai, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 9 Jun 2027
Mileage
104,459 mi
At MOT on 11 May 2026
MOT tests
23
14 passed · 9 failed
Per year
6,495 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L7 RCY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Nissan
Model
Qashqai
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,461 cc
Year of manufacture
2010
First used
30 Sept 2010
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
11 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L7 RCY was last recorded at 104,459 miles on 11 May 2026, 5,413 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
99,046 miles · 15 May 2025
Between the last two tests
5,413 miles
Average per year
6,495 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 104,459 miles
  • 2025 – 99,046 miles
  • 2024 – 89,939 miles
  • 2023 – 84,797 miles
  • 2022 – 79,280 miles
  • 2021 – 75,246 miles
  • 2020 – 72,108 miles
  • 2019 – 66,613 miles
  • 2018 – 58,897 miles
  • 2017 – 49,239 miles
  • 2016 – 42,703 miles
  • 2015 – 33,834 miles
  • 2014 – 29,580 miles
  • 2013 – 21,706 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass104,459 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
  • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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.

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2024

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2023

  • Offside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

23 tests since 13 Aug 2013, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass104,459 miles (+5,413)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    104,459 miles
    Test number
    745494523184
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass99,046 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    99,046 miles
    Test number
    760894029757
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  3. Fail99,046 miles (+9,107)1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,046 miles
    Test number
    963700626771
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  4. Pass89,939 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    89,939 miles
    Test number
    411720171042
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively Both (1.2.1 (e))

  5. Fail89,938 miles (+5,141)1 dangerous1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,938 miles
    Test number
    717134853544
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 215/55/18 99V (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively Boyh (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge @ limit in places (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass84,797 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    84,797 miles
    Test number
    146886286465
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Fail84,797 miles (+5,517)2 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,797 miles
    Test number
    164602975349
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass79,280 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    79,280 miles
    Test number
    980521679623

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail79,280 miles (+4,034)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,280 miles
    Test number
    469565343294
    • MajorOffside Side repeater missing (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge @ limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass75,246 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    75,246 miles
    Test number
    187440461151

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail75,246 miles (+3,138)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,246 miles
    Test number
    581912453561
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass72,108 miles (+5,495)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    72,108 miles
    Test number
    548194219443
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  13. Pass66,613 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    66,613 miles
    Test number
    214748534688

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail66,613 miles (+7,716)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,613 miles
    Test number
    289402280054
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

  15. Pass58,897 miles (+90)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    58,897 miles
    Test number
    525157880698
    • 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))

  16. Fail58,807 miles (+9,568)1 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,807 miles
    Test number
    201839160817
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed default limit of 1.5m-1 (8.2.2.2 (b))
    • 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))

  17. Pass49,239 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    49,239 miles
    Test number
    340941396544

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail49,229 miles (+6,526)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,229 miles
    Test number
    885174162794
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureTyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm front tyres (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass42,703 miles (+8,869)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    42,703 miles
    Test number
    437959510427
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  20. Pass33,834 miles (+4,254)
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    33,834 miles
    Test number
    357936895164

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass29,580 miles (+7,874)
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    29,580 miles
    Test number
    898691524213

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass21,706 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    21,706 miles
    Test number
    135175423205

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail21,706 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,706 miles
    Test number
    979375123271
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Questions about L7 RCY

Does L7 RCY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L7 RCY is valid until 9 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on L7 RCY?
The MOT on L7 RCY is valid until 9 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L7 RCY done?
L7 RCY was recorded at 104,459 miles at its MOT on 11 May 2026, an average of 6,495 miles a year.
Has L7 RCY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L7 RCY has failed 9 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 13 May 2025.
Has the mileage on L7 RCY 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 L7 RCY find?
L7 RCY passed its latest MOT on 11 May 2026 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: offside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; nearside front track rod end ball joint has slight play; offside rear shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush, and 2 more.

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