Nissan Qashqai Mk2 (J11) (2014-2020) reliability
Nissan Qashqai Mk2 (J11) built around 2018: more dangerous faults than average
Testers find a dangerous fault on Nissan Qashqai Mk2 (J11) models built around 2018 more often than on similar cars the same age. Look closely at the brakes on any car you view.
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Key figure
7% of MOT tests on Nissan Qashqai Mk2 (J11) models built around 2018 found a fault the tester marked as dangerous, against 5% for similar cars the same age.
Most common issue
The most common MOT issue on Nissan Qashqai Mk2 (J11) models built around 2018 involves the brakes.
Based on 430,680 tests of Qashqai models registered 2014-2020.
About 1 in 30 Qashqai Mk2 (J11) MOTs (2.9%) failed and still hadn't passed 3 days later. That's for cars built around 2018 (7 years old), all fuels combined.
Based on 63,660 tests (DVSA MOT results, 2025). A fail that passed a retest within 3 days, even the same day, isn't counted. Nor is a fail with no later MOT on record.
About 1 in 15 Qashqai Mk2 (J11) MOTs (6.5%) found at least one dangerous defect. These are cars built around 2018 (7 years old).
Based on 63,660 tests (DVSA MOT results, 2025). Dangerous is the most serious grade an MOT gives: a direct risk to road safety.
Mk2 (J11) fail rate by age
Fail rate is the share of MOT tests that ended in a fail. Retests count as tests. How we count fail rates Build years are worked out from age, so they are approximate. Tests counted are 2025 MOTs. Highest fail rate at 11 years old.
How the Qashqai Mk2 (J11) compares
At each age below, see how the Qashqai Mk2 (J11) holds up against other cars the same age. The averages combine all fuel types.
Based on 148,484 tests across 14 Nissan models, built around 2018 (7 years old).
Fail rate is the share of MOT tests that ended in a fail. Retests count as tests. How we count fail rates Build years are worked out from age, so they are approximate. Tests counted are 2025 MOTs.
What to check before viewing
The model's most common MOT issues, turned into things you can ask about or look for.
Independent inspection
High priorityHave an independent specialist inspect the car before you commit.
Brake pads
High priorityAsk when the pads were last replaced and check the warning-light history.
Brake discs
High priorityAsk for the date and mileage of the last disc replacement; visually check for a deep wear lip and rust pitting on each disc.
Tyres
Worth checkingCheck tread depth across the full width on all four; uneven wear suggests alignment or suspension issues.
Suspension bushes and joints
Worth checkingListen for knocks over speed bumps and ask about recent control-arm or anti-roll-bar work.
Vehicle-specific check
Worth checkingCheck the car’s number plate on MOT Wise to see its own MOT history and any recalls for its build years.
Other SUVs to compare
Other SUVs, with each one's figures taken at the same age as the Qashqai Mk2 (J11).
- 1
Volkswagen T-Roc
Same body type, tested at the same age
- Fail rate
- 9.6%
- Fail, no pass in 3 days
- 0.9%
- Dangerous
- 3.9%
Lower fail rate: 9.6%, against 18.1% for the Nissan Qashqai Mk2 (J11), both built around 2018.
9,233 MOT tests on cars built around 2018
- 2
Lexus RX
Same body type, tested at the same age
- Fail rate
- 7.6%
- Fail, no pass in 3 days
- 1.3%
- Dangerous
- 2.9%
- Still registered at 10 years
- 90.4%
Lower fail rate: 7.6%, against 18.1% for the Nissan Qashqai Mk2 (J11), both built around 2018.
1,815 MOT tests on cars built around 2018
- 3
Skoda Karoq
Same body type, tested at the same age
- Fail rate
- 10.3%
- Fail, no pass in 3 days
- 1%
- Dangerous
- 4.3%
Lower fail rate: 10.3%, against 18.1% for the Nissan Qashqai Mk2 (J11), both built around 2018.
8,610 MOT tests on cars built around 2018
- 4
Lexus NX
Same body type, tested at the same age
- Fail rate
- 9.5%
- Fail, no pass in 3 days
- 1%
- Dangerous
- 2.7%
- Still registered at 10 years
- 88.4%
Lower fail rate: 9.5%, against 18.1% for the Nissan Qashqai Mk2 (J11), both built around 2018.
4,706 MOT tests on cars built around 2018
- Fail rate
- = the share of MOT tests that ended in a fail. Retests count as tests.
- Fail, no pass in 3 days
- = the share of MOT tests that failed and still hadn't passed 3 days later. A fail that passed a retest within 3 days, even the same day, isn't counted.
- Dangerous
- = the share of MOT tests where the tester marked a fault as dangerous. It is against the law to drive the car until it is fixed.
- Still registered at 10 years
- = the share of cars still registered (taxed or declared off the road) 10 years after they were first registered.
How many are still registered
UK average for cars first registered in 2014 to 2015: 92% · About typical
The share still registered can reflect demand, the cost of repairs, exports, write-offs and how owners use the car. It isn't proof of how long the car lasts mechanically.
Source: DfT vehicle licensing statistics (VEH0124).
Recall context
26 recalls in all11 of the 26 Qashqai Mk2 (J11) recalls cover cars built in these years.
- 11 recalls
Top concerns
- Juke (F16) Qashqai (J12) and leaf (ZE1) VIN scan
- The incorrect weight information was applied to the certificate of conformity
- Possible reduced retention force of the rear door child lock switch
For the exact car, check GOV.UK's recall checker with the number plate.
What has gone wrong on Qashqai Mk2 (J11) cars built around 2018
The share of diesel cars that have ever failed an MOT on each part of the car. Based on 1,693 cars.
How Qashqai Mk2 (J11) cars have aged
How Qashqai Mk2 (J11) cars have aged
How fail rates have changed as these cars got older. Each line follows cars first registered in about the same year across several years of MOT data. Not a prediction for any one car.
How each part holds up as Mk2 (J11) cars age
How each part holds up as Mk2 (J11) cars age
The share of diesel cars built 2017-2020 that have ever failed an MOT on each part of the car. Rates usually rise with age, but can dip slightly as cars leave the road.
| Part of the car | 5 years | 6 years | 7 years | 8 years |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Suspension | 4% | 6% | 13% | 18% |
| Brakes | 8% | 13% | 19% | 22% |
| Emissions | 3% | 5% | 9% | 6% |
| Tyres | 10% | 15% | 20% | 24% |
| Lighting | 3% | 3% | 5% | 5% |
| Drivetrain | No figure | No figure | No figure | 1% |
| Corrosion | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% |
Based on diesel cars in the 2017-2020 build-year band, from 268 to 2,789 cars at each age.
Mk2 (J11) variants compared
Qashqai Mk2 (J11) variants built around 2018
The fail rate for each Qashqai Mk2 (J11) variant, grouped by fuel. Each row counts fails per MOT test, the same way as the main fail rate chart.
Diesel
- QASHQAI19.6%31,868 tests
Petrol
- QASHQAI16.6%31,788 tests
Most common issues on Nissan Qashqais of this age
This list covers every Nissan Qashqai built around 2018, whichever generation it is. We don't have a defect list for the Mk2 (J11) on its own.
Most common advisories and fails
In order of the share of MOT tests that recorded each one
- 118.7%Advisory
Brake pads wearing thin
- 216.9%Advisory
Tyre worn close to the legal limit or worn on the edge
- 315.2%Advisory
Tyre slightly damaged, cracking or perishing
- 411.5%Advisory
Suspension arm pin or bush worn, but not moving too much
- 59.6%Advisory
Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened
Based on 63,660 tests
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Frequently asked questions
Built around 2018 (7 years old), the Nissan Qashqai Mk2 (J11) (2014-2020) fails MOTs at about the rate typical for this age. This is based on 63,660 7-year-old MOT tests from DVSA data. Each retest counts as a test.