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Nissan Qashqai

Grey · Diesel · 2012 · 1,461 cc

S16 BUTMOT history

S16 BUT is a grey diesel Nissan Qashqai first used on 27 May 2012. Its MOT is valid until 8 Mar 2027 and it has passed 13 of 17 MOT tests, with 112,501 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Mar 2026.

S16 BUT grey Nissan Qashqai – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Nissan Qashqai, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 8 Mar 2027
Mileage
112,501 mi
At MOT on 3 Mar 2026
MOT tests
17
13 passed · 4 failed
Per year
8,225 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S16 BUT
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Nissan
Model
Qashqai
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,461 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
27 May 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
3 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S16 BUT was last recorded at 112,501 miles on 3 Mar 2026, 7,122 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
105,379 miles · 24 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
7,122 miles
Average per year
8,225 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 112,501 miles
  • 2025 – 105,379 miles
  • 2024 – 101,563 miles
  • 2023 – 94,267 miles
  • 2022 – 84,049 miles
  • 2021 – 74,736 miles
  • 2020 – 68,872 miles
  • 2019 – 68,843 miles
  • 2018 – 61,287 miles
  • 2017 – 48,779 miles
  • 2016 – 33,322 miles
  • 2015 – 22,807 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass112,501 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryBoth rear brake drum back plates corroded
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened x2 (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened x2 (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

    Major2 MOTs, 2025–2026

Full MOT history

17 tests since 7 Apr 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass112,501 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    112,501 miles
    Test number
    518331608962
    • AdvisoryBoth rear brake drum back plates corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened x2 (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened x2 (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  2. Fail112,501 miles (+7,122)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,501 miles
    Test number
    590996850485
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear brake drum back plates corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened x2 (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened x2 (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  3. Pass105,379 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    105,379 miles
    Test number
    398859621782
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear brake back plates corroded
  4. Fail105,379 miles (+3,816)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,379 miles
    Test number
    981708415102
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear brake back plates corroded
  5. Pass101,563 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    101,563 miles
    Test number
    676696206781
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  6. Fail101,563 miles (+7,296)8 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,563 miles
    Test number
    257073354376
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn lower arm rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn lower arm rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  7. Pass94,267 miles (+10,218)
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    94,267 miles
    Test number
    441406380774

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass84,049 miles (+9,313)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    84,049 miles
    Test number
    886475063393
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear screw in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  9. Pass74,736 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    74,736 miles
    Test number
    431966120976

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail74,730 miles (+5,858)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,730 miles
    Test number
    848821170483
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  11. Pass68,872 miles (+29)
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    68,872 miles
    Test number
    218686233308

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass68,843 miles (+927)
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2020
    Odometer
    68,843 miles
    Test number
    204068779052

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass67,916 miles (+6,629)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    67,916 miles
    Test number
    358332879268
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Items removed from driver's view prior to test
  14. Pass61,287 miles (+12,508)
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    61,287 miles
    Test number
    847837343285

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass48,779 miles (+15,457)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    48,779 miles
    Test number
    640250576258
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisorySuspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear and front bush covered in oil (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFull lenght under trays fitted not allowing full inspection of all components
  16. Pass33,322 miles (+10,515)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    33,322 miles
    Test number
    371376102321
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement inner rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement inner rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
  17. Pass22,807 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    22,807 miles
    Test number
    387087795088
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteWill need front pads and discs in next 2000 mls

Questions about S16 BUT

Does S16 BUT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S16 BUT is valid until 8 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on S16 BUT?
The MOT on S16 BUT is valid until 8 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S16 BUT done?
S16 BUT was recorded at 112,501 miles at its MOT on 3 Mar 2026, an average of 8,225 miles a year.
Has S16 BUT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S16 BUT has failed 4 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on S16 BUT 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 S16 BUT find?
S16 BUT passed its latest MOT on 3 Mar 2026 with 4 advisories: both rear brake drum back plates corroded; nearside rear suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened x2; offside rear suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened x2, and 1 more.

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