Nissan Qashqai (2010)
2010 Nissan Qashqai
CarHunch analysed 36,698 real MOT records for the 2010 Nissan Qashqai. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
The 2010 Nissan Qashqai passes its MOT first time in just 73.3% of cases, well below the UK average of 80%, and a concerning 56.8% of these vehicles have recorded dangerous defects at some point—making this a notably unreliable used buy. Diesel versions fare slightly worse at 72.3% pass rate versus petrol's 75%, though neither inspires confidence.
These Qashqais average around 77,000 miles by test time, which is reasonable for a 14-year-old car, but the real problem is the 4.66 failures per vehicle and 26.8 advisories per test, indicating persistent mechanical issues rather than one-off problems. If you're considering this generation Qashqai, budget for regular repairs, get a pre-purchase inspection focused on suspension and braking systems, and factor in higher-than-average maintenance costs.
Petrol vs Diesel
Pass rate difference of 2.7 percentage points — worth knowing if you're choosing between the two.
What to check before buying a 2010 Nissan Qashqai
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.
- ⚠️ 56.8% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded. Enter the reg below — the full MOT history will show exactly what was flagged and whether it was resolved.
- 📄 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 (65%) | 23,734 | 72.3% | 4.78 |
| Petrol (35%) | 12,962 | 75% | 4.46 |
| LPG (0%) | 2 | 71.6% | 5 |
Mileage Distribution
Most 2010 Nissan Qashqai 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 2010 Nissan Qashqai vehicles fall between 64,448 and 95,390 miles.
2010 Nissan Qashqai — Still on the Road
26,205 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 — 77% of the peak remain.
Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2014–2025.
MOT History Averages
Most Common MOT Issues — 2010 Nissan Qashqai
Based on actual MOT test records for this model. Percentage shows how often each item appears across all vehicles in this cohort.
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68.6%
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
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61%
Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
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58.2%
Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin
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44.1%
Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin
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43.1%
Oil leak, but not excessive
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40.9%
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
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34.6%
Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()
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34.5%
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit
Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2010. Counts include advisories and failures.
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