Nissan X-Trail MOT Failure Rate — 6-10 Years Old

25.3%
MOT failure rate for 6-10-year-old Nissan X-Trail vehicles
Based on 140,766 MOT tests
2.7pp below the UK average (28%)

Nissan X-Trail in this age bracket has a 25.3% failure rate. Key areas to check before your MOT: suspension and brakes.

Component Risk Breakdown (6-10 Years)

Which parts of a 6-10-year-old Nissan X-Trail are most likely to cause an MOT failure:

Suspension 6.1%
Brakes 3.6%
Tyres 3.1%
Lamps & Electrics 2.5%
Visibility 1.6%
Steering 1.2%
Body & Chassis 0.5%

How Does This Compare?

Nissan X-Trail MOT failure rate across all age groups:

Age Failure Rate Tests Worst Area
0-2 years 10.9% 18,372 Brakes
3-5 years 15.0% 123,772 Brakes
6-10 years 25.3% 140,766 Suspension
11-15 years 45.5% 58,634 Suspension
15+ years 48.2% 59,645 Suspension

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is a 6-10 year old Nissan X-Trail reliable?

6-10-year-old Nissan X-Trail vehicles have a 25.3% failure rate, which is close to the UK average. It offers typical reliability for this age bracket.

What are the common MOT failures on a 6-10 year old Nissan X-Trail?

The most common MOT failure areas at this age are:

  • Suspension — 6.1% failure risk
  • Brakes — 3.6% failure risk
  • Tyres — 3.1% failure risk

How can I prepare my Nissan X-Trail for its MOT?

For a 6-10-year-old Nissan X-Trail, 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.

Other Nissan X-Trail Age Groups

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Data methodology: Failure rates are weighted averages across all mileage bands for the 6-10-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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