2020 Nissan Juke N-Connecta Dig-T — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 14,955 MOT tests analysed for the 2020 Nissan Juke N-Connecta Dig-T, the most common recorded failure areas were visibility, tyres and lighting & signalling. Its pass rate of 91.8% was above the average for cars of a similar age (90.6%). Higher-mileage examples failed more often — 13.4% in the 60-90k group versus 6.4% in the 0-30k group.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Visibility | 5.7% | 853 |
| 2 | Tyres | 3.0% | 453 |
| 3 | Lighting & signalling | 1.5% | 230 |
| 4 | Suspension | 1.4% | 210 |
| 5 | Brakes | 1.2% | 182 |
| 6 | Emissions & environmental | 0.3% | 45 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Wipers | 953 |
| 2 | Pins and bushes | 220 |
| 3 | Headlamp aim | 215 |
| 4 | Brake pads | 208 |
| 5 | Tread depth | 204 |
| 6 | Washers | 99 |
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 | 21.0% | 3,137 |
| 2 | Brakes | 10.5% | 1,576 |
| 3 | Suspension | 6.5% | 972 |
| 4 | Other defects | 6.2% | 929 |
| 5 | Visibility | 3.1% | 469 |
| 6 | Seat belts & restraints | 0.3% | 48 |
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 | 9,875 | 6.4% |
| 30-60k | 4,753 | 11.5% |
| 60-90k | 314 | 13.4% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 274 | 4.7% |
| 2023 | 4,979 | 6.7% |
| 2024 | 4,801 | 8.4% |
| 2025 | 4,897 | 9.6% |
What to check before buying a 2020 Juke N-Connecta Dig-T
Before buying a 2020 Nissan Juke N-Connecta Dig-T, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Visibility accounted for 5.7% of tests for this year.
- Visibility (5.7% 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 (3.0% 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 (1.5% 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 2020 Nissan Juke N-Connecta Dig-Ts pass their MOT?
91.8% of the 14,955 2020 Nissan Juke N-Connecta Dig-T MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 8.2% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2020 Nissan Juke N-Connecta Dig-T?
Visibility, recorded in 5.7% of tests, followed by tyres (3.0%).
Does the 2020 Juke N-Connecta Dig-T get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 6.4% in the 0-30k band to 13.4% in the 60-90k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 14,955 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.