2007 Nissan 350 Z — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 3,974 MOT tests analysed for the 2007 Nissan 350 Z, the most common recorded failure areas were lighting & signalling, suspension and emissions & environmental. Its pass rate of 80.7% was above the average for cars of a similar age (74.6%). Higher-mileage examples failed more often — 26.8% in the 150k+ group versus 8.5% in the 0-30k group.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lighting & signalling | 8.2% | 325 |
| 2 | Suspension | 7.1% | 282 |
| 3 | Emissions & environmental | 6.7% | 268 |
| 4 | Brakes | 4.3% | 171 |
| 5 | Visibility | 4.2% | 167 |
| 6 | Tyres | 3.9% | 156 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Catalyst emissions | 236 |
| 2 | Headlamp aim | 158 |
| 3 | Pins and bushes | 150 |
| 4 | Position lamp | 135 |
| 5 | Washers | 117 |
| 6 | Tread depth | 108 |
Top advisory categories
Advisories aren't failures, but they flag work likely needed soon — useful when budgeting.
| # | Category | % of tests with advisory | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Brakes | 28.3% | 1,124 |
| 2 | Tyres | 21.0% | 835 |
| 3 | Suspension | 20.5% | 816 |
| 4 | Lighting & signalling | 8.5% | 337 |
| 5 | Body, structure & corrosion | 8.4% | 334 |
| 6 | Other defects | 4.2% | 167 |
Failure rate by mileage
Higher-mileage cars tend to fail more — often the most useful guide to real condition.
| Mileage band | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 0-30k | 129 | 8.5% |
| 30-60k | 765 | 14.2% |
| 60-90k | 1,486 | 19.7% |
| 90-120k | 1,148 | 22.5% |
| 120-150k | 362 | 20.7% |
| 150k+ | 82 | 26.8% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 901 | 18.8% |
| 2022 | 875 | 20.9% |
| 2023 | 803 | 19.3% |
| 2024 | 728 | 18.7% |
| 2025 | 667 | 18.6% |
What to check before buying a 2007 350 Z
Before buying a 2007 Nissan 350 Z, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Lighting & signalling accounted for 8.2% of tests for this year.
- Lighting & signalling (8.2% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Suspension (7.1% of tests): Worn drop links, bushes, springs or shocks — listen for knocks over bumps and check for uneven tyre wear. Typical repair: £150–£450 per corner.
- Emissions & environmental (6.7% of tests): More common on older diesels (DPF/EGR) — can be expensive; check for warning lights and smoke. Typical repair: £100–£600.
Repair costs are rough UK ballpark ranges to set expectations, not quotes — actual prices vary widely by car, parts and garage.
Frequently asked questions
How many 2007 Nissan 350 Zs pass their MOT?
80.7% of the 3,974 2007 Nissan 350 Z MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 19.3% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2007 Nissan 350 Z?
Lighting & signalling, recorded in 8.2% of tests, followed by suspension (7.1%).
Does the 2007 350 Z get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 8.5% in the 0-30k band to 26.8% in the 150k+ band.
Methodology & source. Based on 3,974 MOT tests. Dataset: DVSA MOT testing data (2021,2022,2023,2024,2025). Data last updated 2026-07-01. Figures reflect MOT-testable defects only — read the methodology for how these are calculated and what they don't measure.