2007 Nissan Murano — MOT failures & pass rate
997 MOT tests on the 2007 Nissan Murano are in this dataset, and 69.5% of them passed. Large SUVs of a similar age fail 23.5% of the time, so this is 7.0pp worse than the group it competes with. Failures cluster in suspension, lighting & signalling and body, structure & corrosion.
What the MOT record shows
No single area dominates — suspension (16.6%) and lighting & signalling (13.6%) are close, so failures are spread across several systems rather than one weak point.
At component level the recurring items are ball joint, track rod end and headlamp aim — ball joint alone was recorded 88 times.
Condition tracks the odometer closely. Failures run at 25.0% in the 30-60k band and 36.6% in the 150k+ band, a 11.6-point spread.
Advisories point at the next bill rather than this one: suspension was flagged on 33.1% of tests without failing them.
The trend is improving — the fail rate fell from 31.3% in 2021 to 25.4% in 2025, as the worst-kept examples leave the fleet.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Suspension | 16.6% | 165 |
| 2 | Lighting & signalling | 13.6% | 136 |
| 3 | Body, structure & corrosion | 10.3% | 103 |
| 4 | Brakes | 8.6% | 86 |
| 5 | Steering | 8.0% | 80 |
| 6 | Emissions & environmental | 7.7% | 77 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ball joint | 88 |
| 2 | Track rod end | 80 |
| 3 | Headlamp aim | 77 |
| 4 | Linkage ball joints | 64 |
| 5 | Exhaust system | 55 |
| 6 | Joints | 55 |
Top advisory categories
Advisories aren't failures, but they flag work likely needed soon — useful when budgeting.
| # | Category | % of tests with advisory | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Suspension | 33.1% | 330 |
| 2 | Tyres | 29.1% | 290 |
| 3 | Brakes | 27.1% | 270 |
| 4 | Emissions & environmental | 20.2% | 201 |
| 5 | Body, structure & corrosion | 17.1% | 170 |
| 6 | Lighting & signalling | 15.0% | 150 |
Failure rate by mileage
Higher-mileage cars tend to fail more — often the most useful guide to real condition.
| Mileage band | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 30-60k | 64 | 25.0% |
| 60-90k | 249 | 33.3% |
| 90-120k | 402 | 30.3% |
| 120-150k | 208 | 26.9% |
| 150k+ | 71 | 36.6% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 278 | 31.3% |
| 2022 | 246 | 32.1% |
| 2023 | 208 | 28.4% |
| 2024 | 155 | 32.9% |
| 2025 | 110 | 25.4% |
What to check before buying a 2007 Murano
On a 2007 Murano, suspension is what the MOT record says goes wrong most — it appeared in 16.6% of tests. Check these areas before you commit.
- Suspension (16.6% 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.
- Lighting & signalling (13.6% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Body, structure & corrosion (10.3% of tests): The one to take seriously on older cars — corrosion to structural areas can be costly and is an MOT failure. Typical repair: £200–£1,500+.
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 2007 Nissan Muranos pass their MOT?
69.5% of the 997 2007 Nissan Murano MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 30.5% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2007 Nissan Murano?
Suspension, recorded in 16.6% of tests, followed by lighting & signalling (13.6%).
Does the 2007 Murano get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 25.0% in the 30-60k band to 36.6% in the 150k+ band.
Methodology & source. Based on 997 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.