Nissan Juke MOT Failure Rate & Common Faults
We analysed 297,878 MOT tests on the Nissan Juke carried out in 2023. 29% failed at the first attempt, which is roughly in line with the 29% average across all cars in the same data. Put another way, about 7 in 10 Jukes passed first time.
Results cover cars first registered from 2010 to 2021. Compared with other cars of the same age, 2021 models did best (94% passed, +3.2 points against the average for 2-year-old cars), while 2013 models fared worst (57%, −11.1 points). Tested cars had covered 55,965 miles on average, against 73,145 across all cars.
The most common reason for failure was suspension, found on 11.2% of tests (slightly above the 8.9% seen across all cars). The single most frequent fault was "ball joint excessively worn", on 7.7% of tests.
- MOT tests analysed
- 297,878
- First-time pass rate
- 71%
- All cars: 71%
- Versus all cars
- −0.6 points
- Average mileage at test
- 55,965
- All cars: 73,145
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Juke MOT pass rate by year
Older cars fail more often, so each year is compared with all cars of the same age. Bars above the dashed line did better than average for their age.
| First registered | Tests | Pass rate | All cars, same age | Difference | Avg mileage |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 812 | 94% | 91% | +3.2 points | 17,924 |
| 2020 | 18,020 | 90% | 88% | +2.8 points | 18,735 |
| 2019 | 19,279 | 83% | 86% | −3.1 points | 26,806 |
| 2018 | 23,901 | 84% | 84% | −0.4 points | 32,602 |
| 2017 | 37,433 | 81% | 82% | −0.3 points | 41,683 |
| 2016 | 37,221 | 76% | 79% | −2.5 points | 50,369 |
| 2015 | 38,189 | 70% | 75% | −5.5 points | 58,192 |
| 2014 | 36,895 | 64% | 72% | −7.9 points | 66,908 |
| 2013 | 34,970 | 57% | 68% | −11.1 points | 73,758 |
| 2012 | 26,707 | 57% | 66% | −8.5 points | 81,460 |
| 2011 | 19,618 | 56% | 63% | −7.3 points | 87,150 |
| 2010 | 4,816 | 54% | 60% | −6.5 points | 89,806 |
Why the Nissan Juke fails its MOT
The share of tests with at least one failure in each area, compared with all cars.
| Failure area | Juke | All cars |
|---|---|---|
| Suspension | 11.2% | 8.9% |
| Visibility | 7.0% | 4.8% |
| Brakes | 6.6% | 6.8% |
| Lights and electrics | 6.2% | 11.3% |
| Tyres | 5.8% | 6.3% |
| Steering | 5.0% | 1.8% |
| Noise, emissions and leaks | 2.3% | 3.1% |
| Body and structure | 1.9% | 3.5% |
| Seatbelts and airbags | 0.9% | 1.0% |
| Road Wheels | 0.5% | 0.4% |
Top 10 specific failure reasons
- 1ball joint excessively worn7.7%
- 2ball joint has excessive play4.5%
- 3does not clear the windscreen effectively4.3%
- 4less than 1.5 mm thick3.0%
- 5tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm2.8%
- 6not working2.6%
- 7pin or bush excessively worn2.0%
- 8provides insufficient washer liquid1.9%
- 9excessively corroded1.2%
- 10inoperative or indicates a malfunction1.2%
Common Juke MOT advisories
Advisories don't cause a fail, but they show what's wearing out. On a used Juke, check whether these have been dealt with. Read our guide to MOT advisories.
| Advisory | Area | Share of tests |
|---|---|---|
| tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm | Tyres | 15.5% |
| less than 1.5 mm thick | Brakes | 11.7% |
| has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure | Tyres | 11.4% |
| pin or bush excessively worn | Suspension | 7.8% |
| in such a condition that it is seriously weakened | Brakes | 7.3% |
| ball joint excessively worn | Suspension | 5.4% |
| excessively corroded | Brakes | 5.3% |
| ball joint has excessive play | Steering | 4.0% |
| leaking excessively from engine | Noise, emissions and leaks | 3.4% |
| Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt | Non-component advisories | 2.7% |
Tips to help your Juke pass
Based on where Jukes most often fail. For a full list, use our pre-MOT checklist.
Visibility · 7.0% of Juke tests
Clear the view
Replace wiper blades that smear, fill the washer bottle and get chips in the windscreen repaired early, especially in the area directly in front of the driver.
Brakes · 6.6% of Juke tests
Don't ignore brake warning signs
Grinding, squealing, a soft pedal or the car pulling to one side under braking are all worth investigating before the MOT. Check whether the last test noted worn pads or discs; if so, they may now be below the limit.
Lights and electrics · 6.2% of Juke tests
Walk round every light
With a helper, check headlights on dipped and main beam, sidelights, brake lights, indicators, the rear fog light and the number plate lamp. Replace blown bulbs in pairs and make sure no lenses are cracked.
Compare with other models
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About this data
Based on 297,878 first MOT tests of the Nissan Juke carried out in 2023.
Source: DVSA anonymised MOT test data (contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0). First attempts on cars only; “pass rate” means passing first time. Averages cover all 32,735,164 cars tested (71% passed), and years with under 50 tests are hidden.
Learn more about how our data works.
Frequently asked questions
Answers from 297,878 first MOT tests of the Nissan Juke.
What is the Nissan Juke MOT failure rate?
In our data, 29% of 297,878 first MOT attempts on the Nissan Juke ended in a fail, compared with 29% for all cars.
What is the most common reason a Nissan Juke fails its MOT?
The most common failure areas were suspension (11.2% of tests), visibility (7.0% of tests), brakes (6.6% of tests).
Which Juke year has the best MOT pass rate?
Allowing for age, 2021 cars performed best: 94% passed first time, +3.2 points against the average for 2-year-old cars. The weakest was 2013, at 57% (−11.1 points).
How many miles had a typical Nissan Juke covered at its MOT?
The average was 55,965 miles, against 73,145 for all cars tested. 2021 cars averaged 17,924 miles and 2010 cars 89,806.
What is the most common MOT advisory on the Nissan Juke?
"tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm" was recorded on 15.5% of tests, in the tyres area. 5.8% of Jukes failed in that area too.
How can I check a specific Juke's MOT history?
Enter its registration in our free MOT check. Across the 297,878 Jukes in our data, first-time pass rates ranged from 54% to 94% by year, so one car's own record says more than the average.
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