2014 · 10 years old at test · Hybrid mostly

2014 Nissan Serena MOT pass rate and common faults

140 MOT tests in 2024. 80.7% passed first time, compared with 69.9% for all cars the same age.

115Well above average
Passed first time80.7%
Failed or needed repairs19.3%
Typical mileage at test74,000

Most common reasons for failing

Share of all 140 tests where this item caused a failure.

  1. Rear fog lamp: not working5.7%
  2. Rear fog lamp: missing2.9%
  3. Brake pads: less than 1.5 mm thick2.1%
    6 marked dangerous
  4. Seat belts - condition: not functioning as intended1.4%
  5. Wipers: does not clear the windscreen effectively1.4%
  6. Washers: not working1.4%
  7. Washers: provides insufficient washer liquid1.4%
  8. Position lamp: not working1.4%
  9. Headlamp aim not tested: unable to be tested0.7%

Problem areas

Failure items found per 100 tests, by part of the car.

  1. Lights & electrics18.6%
  2. Visibility (wipers, screen, mirrors)4.3%
  3. Brakes3.6%
  4. Suspension3.6%
  5. Steering2.1%
  6. Tyres2.1%
  7. Seat belts & airbags1.4%
  8. Body & chassis1.4%

Most common advisories

Not failures yet, but things the tester warned about.

  1. Brake pads: less than 1.5 mm thick12.9%
  2. Tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm9.3%
  3. Brake discs: in such a condition that it is seriously weakened7.9%
  4. Suspension arms - pins and bushes: pin or bush excessively worn3.6%
  5. Tyres - condition: has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure2.9%

What this means if you are buying one

This model year does better than most cars its age, so it is a reasonable used buy on MOT record alone. Before buying, check the area that fails most: rear fog lamp: not working. Then look up the car's own MOT history on GOV.UK with its number plate, and look for repeat advisories.

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Questions

What is the MOT pass rate for a 2014 Nissan Serena?

In 2024, 80.7% of 2014 Nissan Serena cars passed their MOT first time, across 140 tests. The average for all 10-year-old cars was 69.9%.

What are the most common MOT failures on a 2014 Nissan Serena?

The most common failure reasons were rear fog lamp: not working; rear fog lamp: missing; brake pads: less than 1.5 mm thick. The biggest problem area was lights & electrics.

Is the 2014 Nissan Serena reliable at MOT time?

Its MOT Rank score is 115, which is well above average for a car of its age (100 means exactly average).