2011 Nissan Juke — MOT failures & pass rate
131,670 MOT tests on the 2011 Nissan Juke are in this dataset, and 72.2% of them passed. That is 4.1 percentage points worse than small SUVs of a similar age, which fail at 23.6%. Failures cluster in suspension, steering and lighting & signalling.
What the MOT record shows
Suspension dominates the failure mix at 15.3% of all tests — 6.3 points clear of steering, so it is the first thing to check.
At component level the recurring items are track rod end, ball joint and pins and bushes — track rod end alone was recorded 13,557 times.
Condition tracks the odometer closely. Failures run at 11.7% in the 0-30k band and 32.1% in the 150k+ band, a 20.4-point spread — more than double.
Split by fuel, diesel examples fail 3.1pp more often than petrol ones (30.1% vs 27.0%) — worth weighing if you have a choice.
Advisories point at the next bill rather than this one: brakes was flagged on 35.0% of tests without failing them.
The trend is worsening — 25.1% of tests failed in 2021 against 29.3% in 2025, the usual pattern as a fleet ages.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Suspension | 15.3% | 20,173 |
| 2 | Steering | 9.0% | 11,904 |
| 3 | Lighting & signalling | 8.7% | 11,478 |
| 4 | Brakes | 8.1% | 10,619 |
| 5 | Visibility | 5.8% | 7,607 |
| 6 | Tyres | 5.1% | 6,645 |
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 | 13,557 |
| 2 | Ball joint | 13,548 |
| 3 | Pins and bushes | 5,722 |
| 4 | Tread depth | 5,373 |
| 5 | Rigid brake pipes | 5,167 |
| 6 | Wipers | 5,165 |
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 | 35.0% | 46,108 |
| 2 | Tyres | 30.2% | 39,768 |
| 3 | Suspension | 25.4% | 33,417 |
| 4 | Other defects | 13.6% | 17,903 |
| 5 | Steering | 9.4% | 12,323 |
| 6 | Lighting & signalling | 8.3% | 10,986 |
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 | 1,752 | 11.7% |
| 30-60k | 20,682 | 21.0% |
| 60-90k | 51,287 | 27.5% |
| 90-120k | 39,855 | 30.5% |
| 120-150k | 14,186 | 31.7% |
| 150k+ | 3,839 | 32.1% |
Failure rate by age
By fuel type
| Fuel | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| Petrol | 99,468 | 27.0% |
| Diesel | 32,200 | 30.1% |
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 26,233 | 25.1% |
| 2022 | 26,908 | 27.1% |
| 2023 | 26,754 | 28.2% |
| 2024 | 26,284 | 29.2% |
| 2025 | 25,491 | 29.3% |
What to check before buying a 2011 Juke
On a 2011 Juke, suspension is what the MOT record says goes wrong most — it appeared in 15.3% of tests. Check these areas before you commit.
- Suspension (15.3% 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 (9.0% of tests): Play, leaks or worn track rod ends — affects handling and is a safety item. Typical repair: £150–£500.
- Lighting & signalling (8.7% 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 2011 Nissan Jukes pass their MOT?
72.2% of the 131,670 2011 Nissan Juke MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 27.8% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2011 Nissan Juke?
Suspension, recorded in 15.3% of tests, followed by steering (9.0%).
Does the 2011 Juke get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 11.7% in the 0-30k band to 32.1% in the 150k+ band.
Methodology & source. Based on 131,670 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.