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2005 Nissan Terranno MOT Pass Rate

Pass rate for Terranno models manufactured in 2005, based on 35 real MOT test results.

62.9%
Pass Rate
37.1%
Fail Rate
35
Total Tests
65,255
Avg Mileage

Data from official DVSA MOT testing records

2005 Nissan Terranno MOT Analysis

The 2005 Nissan Terranno has an MOT pass rate of 62.9% based on 35 tests — around the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 65,255 miles on the odometer. With a 37.1% failure rate, the 2005 Terranno is rated as "Average" for MOT reliability.

The leading cause of MOT failure for the 2005 Nissan Terranno is Body, chassis, structure, responsible for 2.9% of failures. Body and structure failures include excessive corrosion, sharp edges, loose panels, and damage to the vehicle frame. Rust is the primary concern, especially on older vehicles or those exposed to road salt. Typical repair costs range from £100–500+. Noise, emissions and leaks is the second most common issue at 2.9%. Seat belts and supplementary restraint systems follows at 2.9%.

⚠ Based on limited data (35 tests)

Top failures specific to 2005 models only. The overall Terranno page may show different rankings.

What Fails Most

What Fails on This Car?

Click a category to see specific failure items.

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MOT failure categories ranked by failure rate
RankFailure CategoryRate (%)Count
1Body, Chassis, Structure2.9%1
2Noise, Emissions And Leaks2.9%1
3Seat Belts And Supplementary Restraint Systems2.9%1
4Suspension2.9%1

Failures per 10,000 Miles

avg. 65,255 mi

For 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.

Body & Structure0.44% per 10K miNoise, emissions and leaks0.44% per 10K miSeat Belts0.44% per 10K miSuspension0.44% per 10K mi
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Mileage-normalised failure rates by category
CategoryRate / 10K miRaw %Count
Body & Structure0.442.9%1
Noise, emissions and leaks0.442.9%1
Seat Belts0.442.9%1
Suspension0.442.9%1

Mileage Statistics

65,255
Mean
61,106
Median
40,899
25th Percentile
99,370
75th Percentile
5.69% failures per 10K miles

Mileage-adjusted failure rate — accounts for how much this model year is typically driven.

About This Data

The 2005 Nissan Terranno has an MOT pass rate of 62.9% based on 35 tests — around the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 65,255 miles on the odometer. With a 37.1% failure rate, the 2005 Terranno is rated as "Average" for MOT reliability.

If you own or are considering buying a 2005 Nissan Terranno, budget for potential repairs before each MOT. Before your MOT, pay particular attention to body, chassis, structure: Inspect sills, wheel arches, door bottoms, and the chassis for rust. Surface rust is acceptable but structural corrosion or holes will fail. Check that all doors, bonnet, and boot close securely. At 65,255 average miles, these vehicles are in the mid-range where component wear starts to become a factor.

Body, chassis, structure — 2.9% of failures

Body, chassis, structure issues account for 2.9% of MOT failures on 2005 Nissan Terranno models. Body and structure failures include excessive corrosion, sharp edges, loose panels, and damage to the vehicle frame. Rust is the primary concern, especially on older vehicles or those exposed to road salt. Typical repair costs: £100–500+. Pre-MOT check: Inspect sills, wheel arches, door bottoms, and the chassis for rust. Surface rust is acceptable but structural corrosion or holes will fail. Check that all doors, bonnet, and boot close securely.

Noise, emissions and leaks — 2.9% of failures

Noise, emissions and leaks issues account for 2.9% of MOT failures on 2005 Nissan Terranno models. 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.

Seat belts and supplementary restraint systems — 2.9% of failures

Seat belts and supplementary restraint systems issues account for 2.9% of MOT failures on 2005 Nissan Terranno models. Seat belt failures include frayed or cut webbing, faulty retractors, buckles that don't latch properly, and missing or damaged anchorages. All fitted seat belts must be functional. Typical repair costs: £50–200 per belt. Pre-MOT check: Pull each seat belt fully out and check for fraying, cuts, or fading. Ensure each belt retracts smoothly and the buckle clicks securely. Check the pre-tensioner warning light on the dashboard.

Based on DVSA anonymised MOT test data (2005–2024). Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0.

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