Nissan Qashqai: steering MOT failures
Steering was a recorded failure area in 4.3% of Nissan Qashqai MOT tests in this dataset. It is most prominent on 2007, 2008 cars.
Play, leaks or worn track rod ends — affects handling and is a safety item. Typical repair cost: £150–£500 (rough UK ballpark, not a quote).
Steering failures by year
| Model year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2007 | 74,619 | 13.0% |
| 2008 | 98,746 | 12.9% |
| 2009 | 165,623 | 12.6% |
| 2010 | 217,849 | 9.9% |
| 2011 | 230,063 | 8.8% |
| 2012 | 275,271 | 6.6% |
Methodology & source. Dataset: DVSA MOT testing data (2021,2022,2023,2024,2025). Data last updated 2026-07-01. Figures reflect MOT-testable defects only — read the methodology for how these are calculated and what they don't measure.