2021 Nissan Juke Tekna + Dig-T — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 9,484 MOT tests analysed for the 2021 Nissan Juke Tekna + Dig-T, the most common recorded failure areas were visibility, tyres and lighting & signalling. Its pass rate of 93.6% was above the average for cars of a similar age (91.2%). Higher-mileage examples failed more often — 11.3% in the 60-90k group versus 5.1% in the 0-30k group.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Visibility | 4.4% | 421 |
| 2 | Tyres | 2.8% | 267 |
| 3 | Lighting & signalling | 1.2% | 113 |
| 4 | Brakes | 0.8% | 78 |
| 5 | Suspension | 0.5% | 51 |
| 6 | Seat belts & restraints | 0.2% | 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 | 475 |
| 2 | Headlamp aim | 113 |
| 3 | Brake pads | 84 |
| 4 | Tread depth | 50 |
| 5 | Washers | 49 |
| 6 | Pins and bushes | 36 |
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 | 15.4% | 1,462 |
| 2 | Brakes | 6.8% | 647 |
| 3 | Other defects | 5.8% | 546 |
| 4 | Visibility | 2.7% | 257 |
| 5 | Suspension | 2.0% | 190 |
| 6 | Road wheels | 0.7% | 64 |
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 | 6,900 | 5.1% |
| 30-60k | 2,477 | 10.0% |
| 60-90k | 97 | 11.3% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 183 | 2.7% |
| 2024 | 4,603 | 5.6% |
| 2025 | 4,697 | 7.4% |
What to check before buying a 2021 Juke Tekna + Dig-T
Before buying a 2021 Nissan Juke Tekna + Dig-T, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Visibility accounted for 4.4% of tests for this year.
- Visibility (4.4% 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 (2.8% 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 (1.2% 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 Tekna + Dig-Ts pass their MOT?
93.6% of the 9,484 2021 Nissan Juke Tekna + Dig-T MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 6.4% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2021 Nissan Juke Tekna + Dig-T?
Visibility, recorded in 4.4% of tests, followed by tyres (2.8%).
Does the 2021 Juke Tekna + Dig-T get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 5.1% in the 0-30k band to 11.3% in the 60-90k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 9,484 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.