Nissan Gt-r MOT Pass Rate
Overall pass rate across all manufacture years, based on 25,708 real MOT test results. Failure rate: 8.2%.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
Nissan Gt-r MOT Reliability Overview
The Nissan Gt-r is a relatively common sight on UK roads, with 25,708 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 19 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 91.8% and a failure rate of 8.2%, which is well above the UK average of approximately 37%.
Based on this data, the Nissan Gt-r earns a "Excellent" reliability rating. The average Nissan Gt-r presents for MOT with approximately 35,526 miles on the clock. Manufacture year matters: 2019 models achieve the highest pass rate at 97.8%, while 1992 models have the lowest at 65.2%. This 32.6 percentage point difference suggests notable variation in build quality or component durability across production years.
The most common MOT failure for the Nissan Gt-r is Tyres, affecting 7.2% of all tests. 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. The second most common issue is Brakes at 3.8%. Noise, emissions and leaks rounds out the top three at 2.2%. 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
Best Year to Buy
All manufacture years perform similarly at ~95.5%.
Based on 2024 MOT test results only — the most recent data available. "Built" = year of manufacture. Cars need their first MOT at 3 years old, so the newest cars shown are from ~3 years ago.
Bar chart showing pass rate by manufacture year from 2009 to 2017
📈 How Each Vintage Ages
Tracking how each manufacture year's MOT pass rate changes as the car ages. Showing 10 vintages — click year chips to highlight.
Multi-line chart showing how different Nissan Gt-r vintages degrade over time, from age 3 to 20 years.
Only vintages with 100+ tests in at least 3 different test years are shown. Fleet average is the UK-wide pass rate for all cars at each age.
📉 How Age Affects Reliability
MOT failure rate by vehicle age for the Nissan Gt-r. The dashed red line marks when the manufacturer warranty typically expires (3 years).
Line chart showing MOT failure rate by vehicle age from 3 to 15 years, with warranty expiry marked at 3 years.
💡 What does the warranty cliff mean?
The Nissan Gt-r ages relatively gracefully. The failure rate increase of 8% after warranty is below average, suggesting good long-term reliability. Peak failure occurs at age 8 (8.8% fail rate).
Note: pass rates may improve for very old vehicles due to survivorship bias — only well-maintained cars remain on the road.
* High Fail Rate badge indicates an MOT pass rate below 65% (failure rate above 35%).
What Fails on This Car?
Click a category to see specific failure items.
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| Rank | Failure Category | Rate (%) | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 7.4% | 1,909 |
| 2 | Brakes | 4.0% | 1,026 |
| 3 | Lamps, Reflectors And Electrical Equipment | 3.6% | 929 |
| 4 | Suspension | 2.3% | 587 |
| 5 | Noise, Emissions And Leaks | 2.2% | 575 |
| 6 | Exhaust, Fuel And Emissions | 1.4% | 355 |
| 7 | Driver's View Of The Road | 1.0% | 260 |
| 8 | Visibility | 1.0% | 257 |
| 9 | Registration Plates And Vin | 0.9% | 234 |
| 10 | Identification Of The Vehicle | 0.6% | 167 |
| 11 | Body, Chassis, Structure | 0.4% | 92 |
| 12 | Non-component Advisories | 0.2% | 62 |
| 13 | Steering | 0.2% | 54 |
| 14 | Road Wheels | 0.2% | 42 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 35,526 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tyres | 2.09 | 7.4% | 1,909 |
| Brakes | 1.12 | 4.0% | 1,026 |
| Lamps & Electrical | 1.02 | 3.6% | 929 |
| Suspension | 0.64 | 2.3% | 587 |
| Noise, emissions and leaks | 0.63 | 2.2% | 575 |
| Visibility | 0.56 | 2.0% | 517 |
| Emissions & Exhaust | 0.39 | 1.4% | 355 |
| Registration Plates and VIN | 0.26 | 0.9% | 234 |
| Identification of the vehicle | 0.18 | 0.6% | 167 |
| Body & Structure | 0.10 | 0.4% | 92 |
| Non-component advisories | 0.07 | 0.2% | 62 |
| Steering | 0.06 | 0.2% | 54 |
| Wheels | 0.05 | 0.2% | 42 |
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Mileage at MOT
The average Nissan Gt-r has 35,526 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 Gt-r has a mileage-adjusted failure rate of 2.31% per 10,000 miles driven. The average across all makes is 5.38%, so this model is better than average.
About Nissan Gt-r MOT Data
The Nissan Gt-r is a relatively common sight on UK roads, with 25,708 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 19 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 91.8% and a failure rate of 8.2%, which is well above the UK average of approximately 37%.
For Nissan Gt-r owners, these results suggest a reliable vehicle that generally passes its MOT without major issues. Focus your pre-MOT checks on tyres 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 Gt-r is likely to perform.
Tyres — 7.2% of failures
Tyres issues account for 7.2% of MOT failures on the Nissan Gt-r. 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.
Brakes — 3.8% of failures
Brakes issues account for 3.8% of MOT failures on the Nissan Gt-r. 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).
Noise, emissions and leaks — 2.2% of failures
Noise, emissions and leaks issues account for 2.2% of MOT failures on the Nissan Gt-r. Emissions failures occur when exhaust gases exceed legal limits for carbon monoxide (CO), hydrocarbons (HC), or particulate matter (diesel). Common causes include faulty oxygen sensors, clogged catalytic converters, or DPF issues on diesel vehicles. Typical repair costs: £100–1,000+. Pre-MOT check: If the engine management light is on, get it diagnosed before the MOT. For diesel cars, ensure the DPF has completed a regeneration cycle. Regular servicing and using premium fuel before the test can help.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the MOT pass rate for the Nissan Gt-r?
Based on 25,708 MOT tests in our database, the Nissan Gt-r has an overall pass rate of 91.8% (8.2% fail rate).
What are the most common MOT failures on a Nissan Gt-r?
The top 3 reasons a Nissan Gt-r fails its MOT are: 1. Tyres (7.2%), 2. Brakes (3.8%), 3. Noise, emissions and leaks (2.2%). Check these areas before booking your MOT.
Is the Nissan Gt-r reliable?
With a 8.2% MOT failure rate, the Gt-r is more reliable than average compared to the UK average of ~40%.
What should I check before an MOT on my Nissan Gt-r?
Based on failure data, focus on: Tyres (7.2%); Brakes (3.8%); Noise, emissions and leaks (2.2%). 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.