Nissan 100 Nx MOT Pass Rate
Overall pass rate across all manufacture years, based on 559 real MOT test results. Failure rate: 52.6%.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
Nissan 100 Nx MOT Reliability Overview
The Nissan 100 Nx is a rare vehicle in the UK, with 559 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 5 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 47.4% and a failure rate of 52.6%, which is significantly below the UK average of approximately 37%.
Based on this data, the Nissan 100 Nx earns a "Very Poor" reliability rating. The average Nissan 100 Nx presents for MOT with approximately 102,030 miles on the clock. Manufacture year matters: 1995 models achieve the highest pass rate at 55.8%, while 1997 models have the lowest at 25.4%. This 30.4 percentage point difference suggests notable variation in build quality or component durability across production years.
The most common MOT failure for the Nissan 100 Nx is Suspension, affecting 62.3% of all tests. Suspension failures typically involve worn bushes, leaking shock absorbers, broken coil springs, and damaged suspension arms. These affect ride quality, tyre wear, and road holding. The second most common issue is Brakes at 46.9%. Tyres rounds out the top three at 28.1%. Together, these top 3 failure categories account for a significant portion of all MOT failures for this model.
Top failures across all manufacture years combined. Individual year pages may show different top failures.
What Fails Most
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Pass Rate by Manufacture Year
* High Fail Rate badge indicates an MOT pass rate below 65% (failure rate above 35%).
What Fails on This Car?
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| Rank | Failure Category | Rate (%) | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Suspension | 103.8% | 580 |
| 2 | Brakes | 66.4% | 371 |
| 3 | Lamps, Reflectors And Electrical Equipment | 37.9% | 212 |
| 4 | Tyres | 32.9% | 184 |
| 5 | Exhaust, Fuel And Emissions | 20.9% | 117 |
| 6 | Body, Chassis, Structure | 17.2% | 96 |
| 7 | Driver's View Of The Road | 12.5% | 70 |
| 8 | Body, Structure And General Items | 11.1% | 62 |
| 9 | Seat Belts And Supplementary Restraint Systems | 8.9% | 50 |
| 10 | Noise, Emissions And Leaks | 6.1% | 34 |
| 11 | Steering | 5.9% | 33 |
| 12 | Visibility | 4.5% | 25 |
| 13 | Identification Of The Vehicle | 2.5% | 14 |
| 14 | Items Not Tested | 2.1% | 12 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 102,030 miFor every 10,000 miles driven, this shows what percentage of MOT tests fail for each category. This accounts for how far cars are actually driven, not just raw pass/fail counts.
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| Category | Rate / 10K mi | Raw % | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| Suspension | 10.17 | 103.8% | 580 |
| Brakes | 6.50 | 66.4% | 371 |
| Lamps & Electrical | 3.72 | 37.9% | 212 |
| Tyres | 3.23 | 32.9% | 184 |
| Body & Structure | 2.77 | 28.3% | 158 |
| Emissions & Exhaust | 2.05 | 20.9% | 117 |
| Visibility | 1.67 | 17.0% | 95 |
| Seat Belts | 0.88 | 8.9% | 50 |
| Noise, emissions and leaks | 0.60 | 6.1% | 34 |
| Steering | 0.58 | 5.9% | 33 |
| Identification of the vehicle | 0.25 | 2.5% | 14 |
| Items Not Tested | 0.21 | 2.1% | 12 |
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Mileage at MOT
The average Nissan 100 Nx has 102,030 miles when tested for MOT.
📊 Mileage-Adjusted Failure Rate
How often this car fails MOT relative to how much it's driven — a fairer comparison than raw pass rate.
The Nissan 100 Nx has a mileage-adjusted failure rate of 5.16% per 10,000 miles driven. The average across all makes is 5.38%, so this model is better than average.
About Nissan 100 Nx MOT Data
The Nissan 100 Nx is a rare vehicle in the UK, with 559 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 5 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 47.4% and a failure rate of 52.6%, which is significantly below the UK average of approximately 37%.
For Nissan 100 Nx owners, these results suggest above-average failure risk — thorough pre-MOT checks are recommended. Focus your pre-MOT checks on suspension and brakes for the best chance of a first-time pass. Use our detailed year-by-year breakdown and failure analysis below to understand how your specific 100 Nx is likely to perform.
Suspension — 62.3% of failures
Suspension issues account for 62.3% of MOT failures on the Nissan 100 Nx. Suspension failures typically involve worn bushes, leaking shock absorbers, broken coil springs, and damaged suspension arms. These affect ride quality, tyre wear, and road holding. Typical repair costs: £200–500. Pre-MOT check: Look for uneven tyre wear, listen for clunking over bumps, and check if the car pulls to one side. A bouncy ride suggests worn shock absorbers. Visually inspect coil springs for cracks.
Brakes — 46.9% of failures
Brakes issues account for 46.9% of MOT failures on the Nissan 100 Nx. Brake-related failures include worn brake pads, corroded brake discs, leaking brake lines, and faulty brake servos. These are safety-critical components — any brake deficiency will result in an MOT fail. Typical repair costs: £150–400. Pre-MOT check: Listen for squealing or grinding noises. Check brake pedal feel — if it feels spongy or goes to the floor, have the system inspected immediately. Look at brake pad thickness through the wheel spokes (minimum 3mm).
Tyres — 28.1% of failures
Tyres issues account for 28.1% of MOT failures on the Nissan 100 Nx. Tyre failures include tread depth below the legal minimum of 1.6mm, cuts, bulges, exposed cords, and incorrect tyre pressure. Tyres are one of the most common and easiest-to-prevent MOT failures. Typical repair costs: £50–200 per tyre. Pre-MOT check: Check tread depth with a 20p coin — if the outer band is visible, the tyre is too worn. Look for bulges, cuts, or embedded objects. Ensure all tyres match the recommended size and load rating.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the MOT pass rate for the Nissan 100 Nx?
Based on 559 MOT tests in our database, the Nissan 100 Nx has an overall pass rate of 47.4% (52.6% fail rate).
What are the most common MOT failures on a Nissan 100 Nx?
The top 3 reasons a Nissan 100 Nx fails its MOT are: 1. Suspension (62.3%), 2. Brakes (46.9%), 3. Tyres (28.1%). Check these areas before booking your MOT.
Is the Nissan 100 Nx reliable?
With a 52.6% MOT failure rate, the 100 Nx is less reliable than average compared to the UK average of ~40%.
What should I check before an MOT on my Nissan 100 Nx?
Based on failure data, focus on: Suspension (62.3%); Brakes (46.9%); Tyres (28.1%). These are the areas most likely to cause a fail. Also check all lights, tyres (minimum 1.6mm tread), and windscreen condition — these are quick wins that apply to all cars.
Based on DVSA anonymised MOT test data (2005–2024). Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0.