Nissan Qashqai (2022)

139 real MOT outcomes analysed • 98.2% first-time pass rate

2022 Nissan Qashqai

CarHunch analysed 139 real MOT records for the 2022 Nissan Qashqai. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.

The 2022 Nissan Qashqai is exceptionally reliable at MOT time, with a 98.2% first-time pass rate that crushes the UK average of 80%—and dangerous defects are rare at just 1.4% of vehicles. This is a car that's genuinely unlikely to fail its test or throw up serious safety issues in its first few years.

At an average mileage of 27,395, these Qashqais are running well within expected wear for their age, and the tiny failure rate (0.03 per vehicle) combined with minimal advisories (0.2 per vehicle) means owners are spending very little on remedial work between tests. If you're looking at a used 2022 Qashqai, check its service history and full vehicle history report—but the MOT data suggests this generation is fundamentally sound.

Generally reliable 18.2% above UK average
98.2%
pass MOT first time
UK average: ~80%
21,621
typical mileage
11,933–30,659 middle half
1.4%
ever had a dangerous defect
recorded at any MOT
0.03
avg MOT failures per car
over 1.1 tests on record

What to check before buying a 2022 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.
  • 📄 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
Petrol (52%) 72 97.9% 0.03
Hybrid Electric (Clean) (47%) 66 98.5% 0.03
Diesel (1%) 1 100% 0

Mileage Distribution

Most 2022 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.

11,933
low mileage
21,621
typical
30,659
high mileage

Half of all 2022 Nissan Qashqai vehicles fall between 11,933 and 30,659 miles.

MOT History Averages

1.1
Avg MOT tests per vehicle
0.03
Avg failures per vehicle
0.2
Avg advisories per vehicle

Most Common MOT Issues — 2022 Nissan Qashqai

Based on actual MOT test records for this model. Percentage shows how often each item appears across all vehicles in this cohort.

  • 20.6%
    Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
  • 19.1%
    Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
  • 12.4%
    Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin
  • 6.7%
    Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin
  • 5.9%
    Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()
  • 5.1%
    Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
  • 3.2%
    Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()
  • 3.2%
    Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2022. Counts include advisories and failures.

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