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NISSAN QASHQAI (2009)

Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 45,532 real MOT tests in 2024.

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MOT Pass Rate

65%

Total Tests (2024)

45,532

Avg Mileage

117,133 mi

Est. Annual Cost

£2,027

Is the 2009 NISSAN QASHQAI reliable?

Below average reliability. Budget extra for maintenance and repairs. That's 17 points below the national average of 82%. It falls below the NISSAN brand average of 81%.

At 15 years old, 65% of NISSAN QASHQAIs from 2009 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 45,532 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 117,133 miles.

How does the 2009 NISSAN QASHQAI compare?

Rank among all 2009 cars555th out of 575(top 97%)
Rank among all NISSAN models625th out of 660(top 95%)
vs national average-17% (82% avg)
vs 2009 cars average-10% (75% avg)
vs NISSAN average-16% (81% avg)

Mileage Analysis

The average 2009 NISSAN QASHQAI has 117,133 miles on the clock, which is in line with the expected 111,000 miles for a 15-year-old car, suggesting normal everyday use.

Best year to buy a NISSAN QASHQAI?

The most reliable year is the 2021 model with a 94% MOT pass rate, while the 2006 model has the lowest at 64%. The 2009 sits between the two at 65%.

How much does a 2009 NISSAN QASHQAI cost to run?

⛽Fuel (Petrol, 1598cc)
£1,137
🏛️Road Tax
£135
🔧MOT Test
£55
🛠️Predicted Repairs

Higher than average due to low pass rate

£700
Total per year£2,027
Per month£169/mo

Based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), current fuel prices, and repair likelihood from MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.

NISSAN QASHQAI by Year

YearPass RateTestsAvg Mileage
202194%29,53925,317 mi
202093%52,32130,566 mi
201990%84,50939,147 mi
201887%78,52248,824 mi
201786%100,17656,544 mi
201683%99,08165,909 mi
201581%98,43075,508 mi
201478%81,09584,245 mi
201372%84,98990,062 mi
201270%77,84098,670 mi
201169%65,488105,763 mi
201067%60,994113,482 mi
200965%45,532117,133 mi
200865%26,413120,479 mi
200766%19,479121,637 mi
200664%53102,518 mi

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About the 2009 NISSAN QASHQAI

The 2009 NISSAN QASHQAI is a small family car with a 1598cc petrol engine. 45,532 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it one of the most commonly tested cars on UK roads. It sits in the bottom 97% of 2009 cars for MOT pass rates.

With an average of 117,133 miles at 15 years old, NISSAN QASHQAI owners drive about as much as the UK average.

2009 NISSAN QASHQAI Fuel Costs

The 1598cc petrol engine offers a reasonable balance between performance and economy. Expect around 42 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £1,137 per year at current petrol prices of 142p per litre (based on 7,400 miles per year).

What does it cost to own a 2009 NISSAN QASHQAI?

Total estimated annual running cost is £2,027 (£169/month), broken down as £1137 fuel, £135 road tax, £55 MOT, and £700 predicted repairs. The higher repair estimate reflects the 65% MOT pass rate. Cars in this bracket tend to need work on suspension, brakes, and emissions components.

NISSAN QASHQAI Reliability Trend

Newer NISSAN QASHQAIs show better MOT pass rates than older ones, with an average improvement of 19 percentage points.

Buying a Used 2009 NISSAN QASHQAI

At 15 years old, the NISSAN QASHQAI is firmly in budget territory. Purchase prices are low, but check for rust, worn suspension bushes, and electrical gremlins. A full service history is especially valuable at this age. If you're flexible on year, the 2021 model has the highest pass rate at 94%. With 45,532 MOT tests in our data, there's strong statistical confidence in these figures.

Alternatives to the 2009 NISSAN QASHQAI

If reliability is your priority, there are 4 similar cars with a higher MOT pass rate. Here are comparable petrol cars with similar engines: