Nissan Qashqai N Vision DCI (2017)
2017 Nissan Qashqai N Vision DCI
CarHunch analysed 167 real MOT records for the 2017 Nissan Qashqai N Vision DCI. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
This 2017 Qashqai N-Vision diesel struggles significantly compared to the UK average, with only 56% passing their MOT on the first attempt against the national 80% benchmark. The good news is that dangerous defects are virtually absent, and failures are rare at 0.1 per vehicle, suggesting problems tend to be minor when they do occur.
At 71,218 miles on average, these cars have covered reasonable mileage for their age, yet the low first-time pass rate suggests systematic issues rather than random wear. Before buying, get a pre-purchase inspection that specifically examines the emissions system and suspension components on this model, as that's where the majority of failures likely cluster.
What to check before buying a 2017 Nissan Qashqai N Vision DCI
Practical pre-purchase checks for this age and model.
- 📋 Check the full MOT history. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. Enter the reg below for a full AI analysis.
- 🔍 Inspect for corrosion in person. Brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that's expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.
- 🛞 Check tyres and brakes. The most common advisory items at this age. Budget for replacement if they're near the limit — factor this into your offer price.
- 📄 Run an HPI check. The MOT history won't show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status — an HPI check will.
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type
| Fuel type | Vehicles | Pass rate | Avg failures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diesel (99%) | 165 | 55.5% | 0.1 |
| Gas Bi-Fuel (1%) | 2 | 100% | 0 |
Mileage Distribution
Most 2017 Nissan Qashqai N Vision DCI vehicles sit in the blue band. If the car you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.
Half of all 2017 Nissan Qashqai N Vision DCI vehicles fall between 50,672 and 76,460 miles.
2017 Nissan Qashqai N Vision DCI — Still on the Road
Strong survival — 69 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025, 87% of the peak.
Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2021–2025.
MOT History Averages
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