2005 Nissan D22 — MOT failures & pass rate
The 2005 Nissan D22 passed 70.3% of its 750 recorded MOT tests. That is 2.1 percentage points worse than all cars of a similar age, which fail at 27.6%. Failures cluster in brakes, lighting & signalling and suspension.
What the MOT record shows
No single area dominates — brakes (17.3%) and lighting & signalling (16.9%) are close, so failures are spread across several systems rather than one weak point.
At component level the recurring items are service brake performance, rigid brake pipes and position lamp — service brake performance alone was recorded 87 times.
Condition tracks the odometer closely. Failures run at 25.0% in the 60-90k band and 31.0% in the 150k+ band, a 6.0-point spread.
Advisories point at the next bill rather than this one: suspension was flagged on 45.9% of tests without failing them.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Brakes | 17.3% | 130 |
| 2 | Lighting & signalling | 16.9% | 127 |
| 3 | Suspension | 11.1% | 83 |
| 4 | Body, structure & corrosion | 10.0% | 75 |
| 5 | Visibility | 8.5% | 64 |
| 6 | Steering | 4.1% | 31 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Service brake performance | 87 |
| 2 | Rigid brake pipes | 61 |
| 3 | Position lamp | 51 |
| 4 | Exhaust system | 50 |
| 5 | Headlamp aim | 47 |
| 6 | Ball joint | 41 |
Top advisory categories
Advisories aren't failures, but they flag work likely needed soon — useful when budgeting.
| # | Category | % of tests with advisory | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Suspension | 45.9% | 344 |
| 2 | Brakes | 38.8% | 291 |
| 3 | Body, structure & corrosion | 30.3% | 227 |
| 4 | Lighting & signalling | 24.1% | 181 |
| 5 | Tyres | 17.6% | 132 |
| 6 | Other defects | 10.0% | 75 |
Failure rate by mileage
Higher-mileage cars tend to fail more — often the most useful guide to real condition.
| Mileage band | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 60-90k | 88 | 25.0% |
| 90-120k | 226 | 30.5% |
| 120-150k | 251 | 30.3% |
| 150k+ | 158 | 31.0% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 193 | 28.5% |
| 2022 | 179 | 30.2% |
| 2023 | 159 | 32.7% |
| 2024 | 124 | 29.0% |
| 2025 | 95 | 27.4% |
What to check before buying a 2005 D22
On a 2005 D22, brakes is what the MOT record says goes wrong most — it appeared in 17.3% of tests. Check these areas before you commit.
- Brakes (17.3% of tests): Pads/discs are routine wear; binding, imbalance or corroded pipes are more serious — test for pulling under braking. Typical repair: £100–£350 per axle.
- Lighting & signalling (16.9% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Suspension (11.1% 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.
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 2005 Nissan D22s pass their MOT?
70.3% of the 750 2005 Nissan D22 MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 29.7% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2005 Nissan D22?
Brakes, recorded in 17.3% of tests, followed by lighting & signalling (16.9%).
Does the 2005 D22 get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 25.0% in the 60-90k band to 31.0% in the 150k+ band.
Methodology & source. Based on 750 MOT tests. Dataset: DVSA MOT testing data (2021,2022,2023,2024,2025). Data last updated 2026-07-27. Figures reflect MOT-testable defects only — read the methodology for how these are calculated and what they don't measure.