Nissan Qashqai MOT Failure Rate — 11-15 Years Old

51.6%
MOT failure rate for 11-15-year-old Nissan Qashqai vehicles
Based on 479,569 MOT tests
23.6pp above the UK average (28%)

This model shows significant deterioration in this age bracket, with a 51.6% failure rate. Pre-MOT inspection strongly recommended, especially for suspension.

Component Risk Breakdown (11-15 Years)

Which parts of a 11-15-year-old Nissan Qashqai are most likely to cause an MOT failure:

Suspension 13.4%
Lamps & Electrics 12.2%
Steering 7.9%
Brakes 7.1%
Body & Chassis 6.4%
Tyres 3.6%
Visibility 3.5%

How Does This Compare?

Nissan Qashqai MOT failure rate across all age groups:

Age Failure Rate Tests Worst Area
0-2 years 8.7% 147,008 Tyres
3-5 years 13.1% 629,669 Tyres
6-10 years 27.6% 1,018,943 Suspension
11-15 years 51.6% 479,569 Suspension
15+ years 56.4% 24,060 Lamps & Electrics

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is a 11-15 year old Nissan Qashqai reliable?

11-15-year-old Nissan Qashqai vehicles have a 51.6% failure rate, which is above average. Consider a pre-MOT inspection, particularly checking suspension.

What are the common MOT failures on a 11-15 year old Nissan Qashqai?

The most common MOT failure areas at this age are:

  • Suspension — 13.4% failure risk
  • Lamps & Electrics — 12.2% failure risk
  • Steering — 7.9% failure risk

How can I prepare my Nissan Qashqai for its MOT?

For a 11-15-year-old Nissan Qashqai, focus on: (1) Suspension — the most common failure area at this age. (2) Check all lights and bulbs. (3) Inspect tyres for tread depth and damage. (4) Consider a pre-MOT check at a local garage (£20–£40). You can also use our free prediction tool for a personalised risk breakdown.

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Data methodology: Failure rates are weighted averages across all mileage bands for the 11-15-year age group, calculated from official DVSA MOT test records. Only combinations with 100+ tests are included. Data covers 142 million MOT tests across the UK.

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