2005 · 19 years old at test · Diesel mostly

2005 Nissan Terrano MOT pass rate and common faults

241 MOT tests in 2024. 54.8% passed first time, compared with 56.5% for all cars the same age.

97Below average
Passed first time54.8%
Failed or needed repairs45.2%
Typical mileage at test112,000

Most common reasons for failing

Share of all 241 tests where this item caused a failure.

  1. SRS malfunction indicator lamp: warning lamp indicates a fault8.3%
  2. Component mounting prescribed areas: prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength7.5%
  3. Seat belts - prescribed areas: prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced6.2%
  4. Track rod end: ball joint has excessive play5.8%
  5. Joints: constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt5.8%
  6. Position lamp: not working5.4%
  7. Stop lamp: not working5.0%
  8. Exhaust system: has a major leak of exhaust gases4.6%
  9. Linkage ball joints: ball joint excessively worn4.1%
  10. Rear fog lamp: not working3.7%

Problem areas

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

  1. Suspension33.2%
  2. Lights & electrics32.4%
  3. Body & chassis31.5%
  4. Brakes17.0%
  5. Seat belts & airbags16.6%
  6. Steering11.2%
  7. Visibility (wipers, screen, mirrors)7.5%
  8. Tyres5.4%

Most common advisories

Not failures yet, but things the tester warned about.

  1. Rigid brake pipes: excessively corroded19.5%
  2. Engine oil leaks: leaking excessively from engine13.7%
  3. Wheel bearings: has excessive play13.3%
  4. Tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm12.9%
  5. Chassis condition: corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced11.2%

What this means if you are buying one

This model year fails more often than most cars its age, so budget for repairs and check the history carefully. Before buying, check the area that fails most: srs malfunction indicator lamp: warning lamp indicates a fault. 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 2005 Nissan Terrano?

In 2024, 54.8% of 2005 Nissan Terrano cars passed their MOT first time, across 241 tests. The average for all 19-year-old cars was 56.5%.

What are the most common MOT failures on a 2005 Nissan Terrano?

The most common failure reasons were srs malfunction indicator lamp: warning lamp indicates a fault; component mounting prescribed areas: prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength; seat belts - prescribed areas: prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced. The biggest problem area was suspension.

Is the 2005 Nissan Terrano reliable at MOT time?

Its MOT Rank score is 97, which is below average for a car of its age (100 means exactly average).