Nissan Versa MOT Pass Rate
Overall pass rate across all manufacture years, based on 169 real MOT test results. Failure rate: 34.9%.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
Nissan Versa MOT Reliability Overview
The Nissan Versa is a rare vehicle in the UK, with 169 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 0 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 65.1% and a failure rate of 34.9%, which is slightly above the UK average of approximately 37%.
Based on this data, the Nissan Versa earns a "Good" reliability rating. The average Nissan Versa presents for MOT with approximately 70,011 miles on the clock.
The most common MOT failure for the Nissan Versa is Lamps, Reflectors and Electrical Equipment, affecting 40.2% of all tests. 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. The second most common issue is Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment at 25.4%. Tyres rounds out the top three at 19.5%. 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
* 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 | Lamps, Reflectors And Electrical Equipment | 71.0% | 120 |
| 2 | Tyres | 22.5% | 38 |
| 3 | Suspension | 11.2% | 19 |
| 4 | Driver's View Of The Road | 6.5% | 11 |
| 5 | Brakes | 5.9% | 10 |
| 6 | Visibility | 3.6% | 6 |
| 7 | Steering | 2.4% | 4 |
| 8 | Noise, Emissions And Leaks | 1.8% | 3 |
| 9 | Non-component Advisories | 1.8% | 3 |
| 10 | Seat Belts And Supplementary Restraint Systems | 1.8% | 3 |
| 11 | Body, Structure And General Items | 0.6% | 1 |
| 12 | Road Wheels | 0.6% | 1 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 70,011 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lamps & Electrical | 10.14 | 71.0% | 120 |
| Tyres | 3.21 | 22.5% | 38 |
| Suspension | 1.61 | 11.2% | 19 |
| Visibility | 1.44 | 10.1% | 17 |
| Brakes | 0.85 | 5.9% | 10 |
| Steering | 0.34 | 2.4% | 4 |
| Noise, emissions and leaks | 0.25 | 1.8% | 3 |
| Non-component advisories | 0.25 | 1.8% | 3 |
| Seat Belts | 0.25 | 1.8% | 3 |
| Body & Structure | 0.08 | 0.6% | 1 |
| Wheels | 0.08 | 0.6% | 1 |
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Mileage at MOT
The average Nissan Versa has 70,011 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 Versa has a mileage-adjusted failure rate of 4.98% per 10,000 miles driven. The average across all makes is 5.38%, so this model is better than average.
About Nissan Versa MOT Data
The Nissan Versa is a rare vehicle in the UK, with 169 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 0 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 65.1% and a failure rate of 34.9%, which is slightly above the UK average of approximately 37%.
For Nissan Versa owners, these results suggest a reliable vehicle that generally passes its MOT without major issues. Focus your pre-MOT checks on lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment and lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment 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 Versa is likely to perform.
Lamps, Reflectors and Electrical Equipment — 40.2% of failures
Lamps, Reflectors and Electrical Equipment issues account for 40.2% of MOT failures on the Nissan Versa. 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.
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment — 25.4% of failures
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment issues account for 25.4% of MOT failures on the Nissan Versa. 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.
Tyres — 19.5% of failures
Tyres issues account for 19.5% of MOT failures on the Nissan Versa. 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 Versa?
Based on 169 MOT tests in our database, the Nissan Versa has an overall pass rate of 65.1% (34.9% fail rate).
What are the most common MOT failures on a Nissan Versa?
The top 3 reasons a Nissan Versa fails its MOT are: 1. Lamps, Reflectors and Electrical Equipment (40.2%), 2. Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment (25.4%), 3. Tyres (19.5%). Check these areas before booking your MOT.
Is the Nissan Versa reliable?
With a 34.9% MOT failure rate, the Versa is more reliable than average compared to the UK average of ~40%.
What should I check before an MOT on my Nissan Versa?
Based on failure data, focus on: Lamps, Reflectors and Electrical Equipment (40.2%); Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment (25.4%); Tyres (19.5%). 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.