Nissan Qashqai MOT Failure Rate — 3-5 Years Old

13.1%
MOT failure rate for 3-5-year-old Nissan Qashqai vehicles
Based on 629,669 MOT tests
14.9pp below the UK average (28%)

Nissan Qashqai shows good reliability at this age, with a 13.1% failure rate — below the national average.

Component Risk Breakdown (3-5 Years)

Which parts of a 3-5-year-old Nissan Qashqai are most likely to cause an MOT failure:

Tyres 1.9%
Visibility 1.9%
Brakes 1.6%
Lamps & Electrics 1.0%
Suspension 0.6%
Body & Chassis 0.1%
Steering 0.1%

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 3-5 year old Nissan Qashqai reliable?

Yes. Based on 629,669 MOT tests, 3-5-year-old Nissan Qashqai vehicles have a 13.1% failure rate, which is below the UK average of 28%. This is a reliable choice at this age.

What are the common MOT failures on a 3-5 year old Nissan Qashqai?

The most common MOT failure areas at this age are:

  • Tyres — 1.9% failure risk
  • Visibility — 1.9% failure risk
  • Brakes — 1.6% failure risk

How can I prepare my Nissan Qashqai for its MOT?

For a 3-5-year-old Nissan Qashqai, focus on: (1) Tyres — 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 3-5-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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