Nissan Qashqai Premiere MOT pass rate and common problems
93.4% of 2,884 Nissan Qashqai Premiere MOT tests pass.
The Qashqai Premiere passes its MOT 93.4% of the time — well above the average across all Nissan models, which sits at 74.9%.
The Nissan Qashqai Premiere passes its MOT 93.4% of the time — well above the national average for cars, which sits at 79.2%.
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Pass rate by vehicle age
Pass rate eases gradually with age, from 93.9% at 0–3 years to 91.1% at 3–6 years.
| Vehicle age | Pass rate | Tests | Average mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0–3 years | 93.9% | 2,388 | 23,161 miles |
| 3–6 years | 91.1% | 496 | 26,582 miles |
| 6–10 years | no tests recorded | 0 | no reading |
| 10–15 years | no tests recorded | 0 | no reading |
| 15+ years | no tests recorded | 0 | no reading |
Common MOT failure reasons for the Nissan Qashqai Premiere
The most common reason the Nissan Qashqai Premiere fails its MOT is tyres — present in 37.6% of failed tests, most often logged as "Has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords".
| Category | Share of failed tests | Example |
|---|---|---|
| Tyres | 37.6% | Has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords |
| Brakes | 26.1% | Less than 1.5 mm thick |
| Visibility | 15.9% | Does not clear the windscreen effectively |
| Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment | 7.5% | Too high |
| Steering | 7.5% | Ball joint has excessive play |
| Seat belts and supplementary restraint systems | 7.1% | Warning lamp indicates a fault |
| Identification of the vehicle | 1.8% | Does not conform to the specified requirements |
| Suspension | 1.3% | Ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt |
| Road Wheels | 0.9% | Fixing missing |
| Noise, emissions and leaks | 0.9% | Inoperative or indicates a malfunction |
Buying a used Nissan Qashqai Premiere: what to check
These checks follow the Nissan Qashqai Premiere’s own MOT record: the areas it fails on most often, and how that changes as the car gets older. None of them replaces a mechanic’s inspection, but they tell you where to look first.
The biggest drop in pass rate for the Nissan Qashqai Premiere comes between 0–3 years and 3–6 years old, from 93.9% to 91.1%. If you are looking at one in or just past that range, read its MOT history closely.
By mileage, the steepest fall is from 0–30,000 mi to 30,000–60,000 mi: 94.3% down to 90.6%. Mileage matters as well as age, so compare the car’s recorded mileages with its year.
1. Tyres
Recorded in 37.6% of failed Nissan Qashqai Premiere MOTs.
Check tread depth across the whole width of every tyre, including the inner edge. Uneven wear can point to alignment or suspension problems. Look for cuts and bulges in the sidewalls.
2. Brakes
Recorded in 26.1% of failed Nissan Qashqai Premiere MOTs. 3.8% of tests at 3–6 years failed on brakes, against 1.7% at 0–3 years.
On the test drive, the car should stop straight without pulling or juddering, and the handbrake should hold it on a slope. Look through the wheels for scored or heavily lipped discs.
3. Windscreen and wipers
Recorded in 15.9% of failed Nissan Qashqai Premiere MOTs.
Look for windscreen chips and cracks in the driver’s line of sight, and check the wipers clear the screen and the washers work.
4. Lights and electrics
Recorded in 7.5% of failed Nissan Qashqai Premiere MOTs.
Walk round with the lights on: headlights (dipped and main), indicators, brake lights, fog light and number-plate lamp. Check the dashboard warning lights come on with the ignition, then go out once the engine starts.
5. Steering
Recorded in 7.5% of failed Nissan Qashqai Premiere MOTs.
The steering should feel precise, without knocks or play, and the car should run straight. Turn to full lock both ways and listen for clunks.
Check the car’s own MOT history. Averages describe the model, not the car in front of you. Look up its registration for past failures, advisories that were never fixed, and gaps or dips in the recorded mileage.
Ask for the service history. Invoices show what was done and when; a stamp alone shows less. See how to check Nissan service history and what a service history check can tell you.
Related Nissan models
- Nissan 370z — 89.0% pass rate
- Nissan NV300 — 78.5% pass rate
- Nissan NV250 — 79.7% pass rate
- Nissan Terrano — 64.1% pass rate
- Nissan 200sx — 87.7% pass rate
- Nissan Pickup — 62.7% pass rate
Frequently asked questions
- What is the MOT pass rate for the Nissan Qashqai Premiere?
- 93.4% of Nissan Qashqai Premiere MOT tests pass, based on 2,884 tests in the DVSA anonymised MOT tests and results dataset.
- What are the most common MOT failures for the Nissan Qashqai Premiere?
- The most common reason the Nissan Qashqai Premiere fails its MOT is tyres — present in 37.6% of failed tests, most often logged as "Has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords".
- What are the common problems with the Nissan Qashqai Premiere?
- Going by its MOT results, the most common problem areas on the Nissan Qashqai Premiere are tyres; brakes; windscreen and wipers.
- What should I check when buying a used Nissan Qashqai Premiere?
- Start with the areas it most often fails its MOT on: tyres; brakes; windscreen and wipers; lights and electrics; steering. Then check the specific car's MOT history by registration for failures, advisories and mileage, and ask the seller for service invoices.
- Does this show the Nissan Qashqai Premiere's service history?
- No — this is MOT test data, which covers roadworthiness, not servicing. A service history is a separate record of maintenance work, which a specific car only has if its owner has kept it. See the Nissan service history guide for how to check and keep one.