Nissan Qashqai +2 N-tec + Is MOT Pass Rate
Overall pass rate across all manufacture years, based on 70 real MOT test results. Failure rate: 21.4%.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
Nissan Qashqai +2 N-tec + Is MOT Reliability Overview
The Nissan Qashqai +2 N-tec + Is is a rare vehicle in the UK, with 70 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 1 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 78.6% and a failure rate of 21.4%, which is well above the UK average of approximately 37%.
Based on this data, the Nissan Qashqai +2 N-tec + Is earns a "Excellent" reliability rating. The average Nissan Qashqai +2 N-tec + Is presents for MOT with approximately 39,143 miles on the clock. The 2012 manufacture year performs best with a 79.4% pass rate.
The most common MOT failure for the Nissan Qashqai +2 N-tec + Is is Driver's View of the Road, affecting 17.1% of all tests. Driver's View of the Road issues are a common cause of MOT failure. Regular inspection and maintenance of these components helps ensure your vehicle passes its MOT. The second most common issue is Brakes at 14.3%. Lamps, Reflectors and Electrical Equipment rounds out the top three at 10.0%. 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 | Driver's View Of The Road | 17.1% | 12 |
| 2 | Brakes | 14.3% | 10 |
| 3 | Lamps, Reflectors And Electrical Equipment | 10.0% | 7 |
| 4 | Tyres | 10.0% | 7 |
| 5 | Registration Plates And Vin | 4.3% | 3 |
| 6 | Suspension | 4.3% | 3 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 39,143 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Visibility | 4.38 | 17.1% | 12 |
| Brakes | 3.65 | 14.3% | 10 |
| Lamps & Electrical | 2.55 | 10.0% | 7 |
| Tyres | 2.55 | 10.0% | 7 |
| Registration Plates and VIN | 1.09 | 4.3% | 3 |
| Suspension | 1.09 | 4.3% | 3 |
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Mileage at MOT
The average Nissan Qashqai +2 N-tec + Is has 39,143 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 Qashqai +2 N-tec + Is has a mileage-adjusted failure rate of 5.47% per 10,000 miles driven. The average across all makes is 5.38%, so this model is worse than average.
About Nissan Qashqai +2 N-tec + Is MOT Data
The Nissan Qashqai +2 N-tec + Is is a rare vehicle in the UK, with 70 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 1 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 78.6% and a failure rate of 21.4%, which is well above the UK average of approximately 37%.
For Nissan Qashqai +2 N-tec + Is owners, these results suggest a reliable vehicle that generally passes its MOT without major issues. Focus your pre-MOT checks on driver's view of the road 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 Qashqai +2 N-tec + Is is likely to perform.
Driver's View of the Road — 17.1% of failures
Driver's View of the Road issues account for 17.1% of MOT failures on the Nissan Qashqai +2 N-tec + Is. Driver's View of the Road issues are a common cause of MOT failure. Regular inspection and maintenance of these components helps ensure your vehicle passes its MOT. Typical repair costs: £100–400. Pre-MOT check: Have this system checked during regular servicing. Look for warning signs like unusual noises, vibrations, or dashboard warning lights.
Brakes — 14.3% of failures
Brakes issues account for 14.3% of MOT failures on the Nissan Qashqai +2 N-tec + Is. 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).
Lamps, Reflectors and Electrical Equipment — 10.0% of failures
Lamps, Reflectors and Electrical Equipment issues account for 10.0% of MOT failures on the Nissan Qashqai +2 N-tec + Is. Lighting failures cover all external lights: headlights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, fog lights, and reflectors. A single blown bulb will cause an MOT fail. This is one of the most preventable failure categories. Typical repair costs: £5–50. Pre-MOT check: Walk around the car and check every light — headlights (dipped and main beam), side lights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, hazard lights, reverse light, rear fog light, and number plate lights. Replace any blown bulbs before the test.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the MOT pass rate for the Nissan Qashqai +2 N-tec + Is?
Based on 70 (based on limited data) MOT tests in our database, the Nissan Qashqai +2 N-tec + Is has an overall pass rate of 78.6% (21.4% fail rate).
What are the most common MOT failures on a Nissan Qashqai +2 N-tec + Is?
The top 3 reasons a Nissan Qashqai +2 N-tec + Is fails its MOT are: 1. Driver's View of the Road (17.1%), 2. Brakes (14.3%), 3. Lamps, Reflectors and Electrical Equipment (10.0%). Check these areas before booking your MOT.
Is the Nissan Qashqai +2 N-tec + Is reliable?
With a 21.4% MOT failure rate, the Qashqai +2 N-tec + Is is more reliable than average compared to the UK average of ~40%.
What should I check before an MOT on my Nissan Qashqai +2 N-tec + Is?
Based on failure data, focus on: Driver's View of the Road (17.1%); Brakes (14.3%); Lamps, Reflectors and Electrical Equipment (10.0%). 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.