2020 Nissan Juke Tekna + Dig-T S-A — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 13,231 MOT tests analysed for the 2020 Nissan Juke Tekna + Dig-T S-A, the most common recorded failure areas were visibility, tyres and lighting & signalling. Its pass rate of 92.2% was above the average for cars of a similar age (90.6%). Higher-mileage examples failed more often — 12.6% 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 | 4.8% | 630 |
| 2 | Tyres | 3.5% | 457 |
| 3 | Lighting & signalling | 1.6% | 206 |
| 4 | Suspension | 1.2% | 160 |
| 5 | Brakes | 1.1% | 140 |
| 6 | Seat belts & restraints | 0.2% | 28 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Wipers | 712 |
| 2 | Headlamp aim | 211 |
| 3 | Brake pads | 167 |
| 4 | Pins and bushes | 162 |
| 5 | Tread depth | 102 |
| 6 | Washers | 51 |
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 | 18.7% | 2,473 |
| 2 | Brakes | 8.5% | 1,126 |
| 3 | Suspension | 6.0% | 799 |
| 4 | Other defects | 5.6% | 740 |
| 5 | Visibility | 2.9% | 378 |
| 6 | Road wheels | 0.7% | 88 |
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 | 9,493 | 6.4% |
| 30-60k | 3,515 | 11.4% |
| 60-90k | 214 | 12.6% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 189 | 2.1% |
| 2023 | 4,330 | 6.1% |
| 2024 | 4,343 | 8.7% |
| 2025 | 4,368 | 9.0% |
What to check before buying a 2020 Juke Tekna + Dig-T S-A
Before buying a 2020 Nissan Juke Tekna + 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 (3.5% 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 2020 Nissan Juke Tekna + Dig-T S-As pass their MOT?
92.2% of the 13,231 2020 Nissan Juke Tekna + Dig-T S-A MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 7.8% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2020 Nissan Juke Tekna + Dig-T S-A?
Visibility, recorded in 4.8% of tests, followed by tyres (3.5%).
Does the 2020 Juke Tekna + Dig-T S-A get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 6.4% in the 0-30k band to 12.6% in the 60-90k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 13,231 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.