NISSAN TERRANO MOT pass rate
64.1% of 2,309 NISSAN TERRANO MOT tests pass.
The TERRANO passes 64.1% of the time, noticeably below the figure for the average across all NISSAN models (74.9%).
The NISSAN TERRANO passes 64.1% of the time, noticeably below the figure for the national average for cars (79.2%).
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Pass rate by vehicle age
| 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 | no tests recorded | 0 | no reading |
| 10–15 years | too few tests (1) | 1 | no reading |
| 15+ years | 64.1% | 2,308 | 115,745 miles |
Common MOT failure reasons for the NISSAN TERRANO
The most common reason the NISSAN TERRANO fails its MOT is suspension — present in 72.4% of failed tests, most often logged as "Prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength".
| Category | Share of failed tests | Example |
|---|---|---|
| Suspension | 72.4% | Prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength |
| Body, chassis, structure | 68.3% | Constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt |
| Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment | 50.8% | Not working |
| Brakes | 43.6% | Excessively corroded |
| Seat belts and supplementary restraint systems | 23.0% | Prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced |
| Steering | 17.4% | Ball joint has excessive play |
| Visibility | 16.5% | Does not clear the windscreen effectively |
| Tyres | 10.3% | Tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm |
| Noise, emissions and leaks | 7.9% | Unable to be completed |
| Road Wheels | 1.4% | Fixing missing |
Related NISSAN models
- NISSAN QASHQAI — 75.0% pass rate
- NISSAN JUKE — 76.4% pass rate
- NISSAN MICRA — 72.1% pass rate
- NISSAN NOTE — 72.6% pass rate
- NISSAN X-TRAIL — 75.5% pass rate
- NISSAN NAVARA — 77.3% pass rate
Frequently asked questions
- What is the MOT pass rate for the NISSAN TERRANO?
- 64.1% of NISSAN TERRANO MOT tests pass, based on 2,309 tests in the DVSA anonymised MOT tests and results dataset.
- What are the most common MOT failures for the NISSAN TERRANO?
- The most common reason the NISSAN TERRANO fails its MOT is suspension — present in 72.4% of failed tests, most often logged as "Prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength".
- Does this show the NISSAN TERRANO'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.