2021 Nissan Juke N-Connecta Dig-T S-A — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 7,444 MOT tests analysed for the 2021 Nissan Juke N-Connecta Dig-T S-A, the most common recorded failure areas were visibility, tyres and lighting & signalling. Its pass rate of 93.5% was above the average for cars of a similar age (91.2%). Higher-mileage examples failed more often — 10.9% in the 60-90k group versus 5.4% in the 0-30k group.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Visibility | 4.8% | 354 |
| 2 | Tyres | 2.7% | 201 |
| 3 | Lighting & signalling | 1.6% | 122 |
| 4 | Brakes | 1.1% | 85 |
| 5 | Seat belts & restraints | 0.4% | 27 |
| 6 | Suspension | 0.3% | 23 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Wipers | 392 |
| 2 | Headlamp aim | 130 |
| 3 | Brake pads | 86 |
| 4 | Tread depth | 75 |
| 5 | Washers | 46 |
| 6 | Headlamp | 21 |
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 | 17.2% | 1,282 |
| 2 | Brakes | 8.3% | 620 |
| 3 | Other defects | 6.2% | 459 |
| 4 | Visibility | 3.1% | 229 |
| 5 | Suspension | 1.7% | 125 |
| 6 | Seat belts & restraints | 0.5% | 38 |
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 | 5,654 | 5.4% |
| 30-60k | 1,720 | 10.2% |
| 60-90k | 64 | 10.9% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 139 | 5.8% |
| 2024 | 3,677 | 5.7% |
| 2025 | 3,626 | 7.3% |
What to check before buying a 2021 Juke N-Connecta Dig-T S-A
Before buying a 2021 Nissan Juke N-Connecta Dig-T S-A, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Visibility accounted for 4.8% of tests for this year.
- Visibility (4.8% of tests): Wipers, washers, mirrors and screen damage — usually inexpensive, but check for chips in the driver's line of sight. Typical repair: £15–£150.
- Tyres (2.7% 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 (1.6% 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 2021 Nissan Juke N-Connecta Dig-T S-As pass their MOT?
93.5% of the 7,444 2021 Nissan Juke N-Connecta Dig-T S-A MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 6.5% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2021 Nissan Juke N-Connecta Dig-T S-A?
Visibility, recorded in 4.8% of tests, followed by tyres (2.7%).
Does the 2021 Juke N-Connecta Dig-T S-A get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 5.4% in the 0-30k band to 10.9% in the 60-90k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 7,444 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.