2010 Nissan Juke — MOT failures & pass rate
The 2010 Nissan Juke passed 71.5% of its 32,504 recorded MOT tests. That is 3.8 percentage points worse than small SUVs of a similar age, which fail at 24.8%. Failures cluster in suspension, steering and lighting & signalling.
What the MOT record shows
One area stands out: suspension, recorded in 16.0% of tests against 9.1% for the next-worst category.
At component level the recurring items are track rod end, ball joint and pins and bushes — track rod end alone was recorded 3,364 times.
A 150k+ example is materially riskier than a 0-30k one: 34.3% versus 8.5%.
The petrol cars hold up better: 28.1% fail against 31.2% for diesel, a 3.1-point gap across 32,504 tests.
Brakes is the most common advisory, noted on 36.1% of tests — work that passed today but is likely due soon.
The trend is worsening — 26.5% of tests failed in 2021 against 30.0% in 2025, the usual pattern as a fleet ages.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Suspension | 16.0% | 5,209 |
| 2 | Steering | 9.1% | 2,962 |
| 3 | Lighting & signalling | 9.1% | 2,961 |
| 4 | Brakes | 7.8% | 2,543 |
| 5 | Visibility | 5.7% | 1,836 |
| 6 | Body, structure & corrosion | 5.3% | 1,708 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Track rod end | 3,364 |
| 2 | Ball joint | 3,273 |
| 3 | Pins and bushes | 1,347 |
| 4 | Rigid brake pipes | 1,311 |
| 5 | Coil spring | 1,265 |
| 6 | Tread depth | 1,261 |
Top advisory categories
Advisories aren't failures, but they flag work likely needed soon — useful when budgeting.
| # | Category | % of tests with advisory | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Brakes | 36.1% | 11,750 |
| 2 | Tyres | 29.7% | 9,655 |
| 3 | Suspension | 25.1% | 8,170 |
| 4 | Other defects | 12.6% | 4,105 |
| 5 | Lighting & signalling | 10.6% | 3,445 |
| 6 | Steering | 9.2% | 2,989 |
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 | 470 | 8.5% |
| 30-60k | 4,264 | 20.8% |
| 60-90k | 11,969 | 27.5% |
| 90-120k | 10,636 | 31.6% |
| 120-150k | 4,032 | 32.4% |
| 150k+ | 1,095 | 34.3% |
Failure rate by age
By fuel type
| Fuel | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| Petrol | 28,002 | 28.1% |
| Diesel | 4,502 | 31.2% |
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 6,583 | 26.5% |
| 2022 | 6,586 | 27.3% |
| 2023 | 6,632 | 29.3% |
| 2024 | 6,480 | 29.6% |
| 2025 | 6,223 | 30.0% |
What to check before buying a 2010 Juke
The failure pattern for this year is specific enough to inspect against: suspension accounted for 16.0% of tests. Start there.
- Suspension (16.0% of tests): Worn drop links, bushes, springs or shocks — listen for knocks over bumps and check for uneven tyre wear. Typical repair: £150–£450 per corner.
- Steering (9.1% of tests): Play, leaks or worn track rod ends — affects handling and is a safety item. Typical repair: £150–£500.
- Lighting & signalling (9.1% 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 2010 Nissan Jukes pass their MOT?
71.5% of the 32,504 2010 Nissan Juke MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 28.5% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2010 Nissan Juke?
Suspension, recorded in 16.0% of tests, followed by steering (9.1%).
Does the 2010 Juke get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 8.5% in the 0-30k band to 34.3% in the 150k+ band.
Methodology & source. Based on 32,504 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.