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Nissan Qashqai Visia DCI Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Nissan Qashqai Visia DCI reliable? We analysed 2,112 real MOT tests across 652 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 2,112 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
76.0%
Typical Mileage
108,328mi
Annual Mileage
7,961mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

The Nissan Qashqai Visia DCI is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Nissan Qashqai Visia DCI.

Specifications

Nissan Qashqai Visia DCI — specs & performance

Verified from DVLA & DVSA records

A snapshot of the engine, performance, dimensions, fuel economy and running costs for the Nissan Qashqai Visia DCI — drawn from official DVLA vehicle records and the DVSA fuel-economy database.

1461cc
Engine
106bhp
Power
11.2sec
0–62 mph
55.4mpg
Combined
135g/km
CO₂

Engine & Performance

Engine size
1461cc
Power
106 BHP
0–62 mph
11.2 sec
Fuel type
Diesel

Body & Dimensions

Body type
Car
Common colour
Red
Wheel plan
2 Axle Rigid Body

Fuel Economy

Combined
55.4 mpg
Urban
47.9 mpg
Extra-urban
60.1 mpg
Fuel cost / 12k mi
£1502

Tax & Emissions

CO2 output
135 g/km Band E
Emission class
Not Available
Road tax (12 mo.)
£145
Road tax (6 mo.)
£79.75
Insurance group
16 of 50
Sources: DVLA vehicle register · DVSA fuel-economy database · VCA emissions data. Specifications reflect a representative Nissan Qashqai Visia DCI record and may vary by trim, year and option pack.

Nissan Qashqai Visia DCI Number Plates

Number plates registered to a Nissan Qashqai Visia DCI. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.

Nissan Qashqai Visia DCI Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Nissan Qashqai Visia DCI owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.

Low usage
5,409 mi/yr
Typical
7,961 mi/yr
Average
8,655 mi/yr
Heavy usage
10,820 mi/yr

Nissan Qashqai Visia DCI Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Nissan Qashqai Visia DCI MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
108,328 mi
75th Percentile
134,702 mi
95th Percentile
177,760 mi
Max Recorded
1,339,361 mi

How Does the Nissan Qashqai Visia DCI Compare?

MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Nissan Qashqai Visia DCI THIS CAR 76.0% 2,112 108,328 mi — yrs
Nissan Micra 71.4% 10,566,512 55,214 mi 37 yrs
Nissan Qashqai 77.3% 6,506,323 59,398 mi 19 yrs
Nissan Juke 79.3% 3,002,435 49,593 mi 16 yrs
Hyundai I30 Premium CRDI 80.9% 754 95,254 mi — yrs

Compared to the Nissan Micra (71.4% pass rate) and the Nissan Qashqai (77.3% pass rate), the Nissan Qashqai Visia DCI sits in the middle of the pack on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Nissan Qashqai Visia DCI?

The Nissan Qashqai Visia DCI has an overall MOT pass rate of 76.0% across 2,112 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.

A typical Nissan Qashqai Visia DCI owner drives around 7,961 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.

Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.

Nissan Qashqai Visia DCI — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Nissan Qashqai Visia DCI reliable?
Based on 2,112 MOT tests, the Nissan Qashqai Visia DCI has a 76.0% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Nissan Qashqai Visia DCI?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Nissan Qashqai Visia DCI do per year?
The typical Nissan Qashqai Visia DCI does around 7,961 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Nissan Qashqai Visia DCI last?
Lifespan data is not yet available for this model.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Nissan Qashqai Visia DCI?
Yes. An MOT pass rate tells you about the model in general, but a vehicle history check reveals the specific car's finance, stolen, write-off and mileage history — things the seller may not disclose.