2016 Nissan Gt R — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 845 MOT tests, the 2016 Nissan Gt R recorded a 95.2% pass rate. That is 5.9 percentage points better than coupes & convertibles of a similar age, which fail at 10.8%. Failures cluster in emissions & environmental, tyres and lighting & signalling.
What the MOT record shows
No single area dominates — emissions & environmental (2.4%) and tyres (2.0%) are close, so failures are spread across several systems rather than one weak point.
At component level the recurring items are catalyst emissions, registration plates and tread depth — catalyst emissions alone was recorded 29 times.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Emissions & environmental | 2.4% | 20 |
| 2 | Tyres | 2.0% | 17 |
| 3 | Lighting & signalling | 0.8% | 7 |
| 4 | Other defects | 0.8% | 7 |
| 5 | Visibility | 0.7% | 6 |
| 6 | Brakes | 0.6% | 5 |
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 | 29 |
| 2 | Registration plates | 11 |
| 3 | Tread depth | 5 |
| 4 | Wipers | 5 |
| 5 | Catalytic converter | 4 |
| 6 | Headlamp aim | 3 |
Top advisory categories
Advisories aren't failures, but they flag work likely needed soon — useful when budgeting.
| # | Category | % of tests with advisory | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 7.8% | 66 |
| 2 | Brakes | 3.9% | 33 |
| 3 | Suspension | 1.7% | 14 |
| 4 | Other defects | 1.3% | 11 |
| 5 | Visibility | 0.9% | 8 |
| 6 | Lighting & signalling | 0.5% | 4 |
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 | 520 | 4.0% |
| 30-60k | 304 | 5.6% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 181 | 6.1% |
| 2022 | 171 | 4.7% |
| 2023 | 166 | 3.6% |
| 2024 | 162 | 4.3% |
| 2025 | 165 | 5.5% |
What to check before buying a 2016 Gt R
On a 2016 Gt R, emissions & environmental is what the MOT record says goes wrong most — it appeared in 2.4% of tests. Check these areas before you commit.
- Emissions & environmental (2.4% of tests): More common on older diesels (DPF/EGR) — can be expensive; check for warning lights and smoke. Typical repair: £100–£600.
- Tyres (2.0% of tests): Usually a quick, known-cost fix, but check tread, age and uneven wear (which can hint at alignment or suspension issues). Typical repair: £50–£120 per tyre.
- Lighting & signalling (0.8% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
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 2016 Nissan Gt Rs pass their MOT?
95.2% of the 845 2016 Nissan Gt R MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 4.9% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2016 Nissan Gt R?
Emissions & environmental, recorded in 2.4% of tests, followed by tyres (2.0%).
Does the 2016 Gt R get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 4.0% in the 0-30k band to 5.6% in the 30-60k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 845 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.