Nissan Pickup MOT pass rate and common problems
62.7% of 1,916 Nissan Pickup MOT tests pass.
The Pickup passes 62.7% of the time, noticeably below the figure for the average across all Nissan models (74.9%).
The Nissan Pickup passes 62.7% of the time, noticeably below the figure for the national average for cars (79.2%).
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This is the average across every Nissan Pickup in the dataset. Look up your own registration for its actual MOT history, and a free place to keep its maintenance records.
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Pass rate by vehicle age
Unusually, pass rate is higher for older examples: 55.4% at 10–15 years compared with 62.8% at 15+ years.
| Vehicle age | Pass rate | Tests | Average mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0–3 years | no tests recorded | 0 | no reading |
| 3–6 years | no tests recorded | 0 | no reading |
| 6–10 years | too few tests (7) | 7 | no reading |
| 10–15 years | 55.4% | 65 | 120,747 miles |
| 15+ years | 62.8% | 1,844 | 113,935 miles |
Common MOT failure reasons for the Nissan Pickup
The most common reason the Nissan Pickup fails its MOT is brakes — present in 65.1% of failed tests, most often logged as "Excessively binding".
| Category | Share of failed tests | Example |
|---|---|---|
| Brakes | 65.1% | Excessively binding |
| Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment | 63.0% | Not working |
| Body, chassis, structure | 56.1% | Or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting |
| Suspension | 54.8% | Prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength |
| Visibility | 20.0% | Does not clear the windscreen effectively |
| Steering | 11.7% | Ball joint has excessive play |
| Tyres | 10.2% | Tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm |
| Seat belts and supplementary restraint systems | 6.7% | Prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced |
| Noise, emissions and leaks | 6.5% | Unable to be completed |
| Identification of the vehicle | 4.0% | Inscription illegible |
Buying a used Nissan Pickup: what to check
These checks follow the Nissan Pickup’s own MOT record: the areas it fails on most often, and how that changes as the car gets older. None of them replaces a mechanic’s inspection, but they tell you where to look first.
By mileage, the steepest fall is from 0–30,000 mi to 30,000–60,000 mi: 86.5% down to 65.2%. Mileage matters as well as age, so compare the car’s recorded mileages with its year.
1. Brakes
Recorded in 65.1% of failed Nissan Pickup MOTs.
On the test drive, the car should stop straight without pulling or juddering, and the handbrake should hold it on a slope. Look through the wheels for scored or heavily lipped discs.
2. Lights and electrics
Recorded in 63.0% of failed Nissan Pickup MOTs.
Walk round with the lights on: headlights (dipped and main), indicators, brake lights, fog light and number-plate lamp. Check the dashboard warning lights come on with the ignition, then go out once the engine starts.
3. Bodywork and corrosion
Recorded in 56.1% of failed Nissan Pickup MOTs.
Look underneath and along the sills for corrosion, especially near suspension and seat-belt mountings. Uneven panel gaps or mismatched paint can indicate accident repair.
4. Suspension
Recorded in 54.8% of failed Nissan Pickup MOTs.
Listen for knocks over bumps and speed humps, and check the car sits level. Push down on each corner: it should settle rather than keep bouncing.
5. Windscreen and wipers
Recorded in 20.0% of failed Nissan Pickup MOTs.
Look for windscreen chips and cracks in the driver’s line of sight, and check the wipers clear the screen and the washers work.
Check the car’s own MOT history. Averages describe the model, not the car in front of you. Look up its registration for past failures, advisories that were never fixed, and gaps or dips in the recorded mileage.
Ask for the service history. Invoices show what was done and when; a stamp alone shows less. See how to check Nissan service history and what a service history check can tell you.
Related Nissan models
- Nissan Qashqai Premiere — 93.4% pass rate
- Nissan Terrano — 64.1% pass rate
- Nissan 200sx — 87.7% pass rate
- Nissan Patrol — 79.0% pass rate
- Nissan Murano — 70.1% pass rate
- Nissan Kubistar — 58.3% pass rate
Frequently asked questions
- What is the MOT pass rate for the Nissan Pickup?
- 62.7% of Nissan Pickup MOT tests pass, based on 1,916 tests in the DVSA anonymised MOT tests and results dataset.
- What are the most common MOT failures for the Nissan Pickup?
- The most common reason the Nissan Pickup fails its MOT is brakes — present in 65.1% of failed tests, most often logged as "Excessively binding".
- What are the common problems with the Nissan Pickup?
- Going by its MOT results, the most common problem areas on the Nissan Pickup are brakes; lights and electrics; bodywork and corrosion.
- What should I check when buying a used Nissan Pickup?
- Start with the areas it most often fails its MOT on: brakes; lights and electrics; bodywork and corrosion; suspension; windscreen and wipers. Then check the specific car's MOT history by registration for failures, advisories and mileage, and ask the seller for service invoices.
- Does this show the Nissan Pickup's service history?
- No — this is MOT test data, which covers roadworthiness, not servicing. A service history is a separate record of maintenance work, which a specific car only has if its owner has kept it. See the Nissan service history guide for how to check and keep one.