2010 Nissan Murano — MOT failures & pass rate
603 MOT tests on the 2010 Nissan Murano are in this dataset, and 81.1% of them passed. Against large SUVs of a similar age (20.5% fail rate), the 2010 Murano comes out 1.6pp better. Failures cluster in lighting & signalling, suspension and brakes.
What the MOT record shows
No single area dominates — lighting & signalling (9.0%) and suspension (8.3%) are close, so failures are spread across several systems rather than one weak point.
At component level the recurring items are position lamp, exhaust system and brake pads — position lamp alone was recorded 35 times.
A 150k+ example is materially riskier than a 60-90k one: 24.3% versus 12.7%.
Advisories point at the next bill rather than this one: suspension was flagged on 34.0% of tests without failing them.
The trend is worsening — 22.0% of tests failed in 2021 against 23.6% in 2025, the usual pattern as a fleet ages.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lighting & signalling | 9.0% | 54 |
| 2 | Suspension | 8.3% | 50 |
| 3 | Brakes | 5.8% | 35 |
| 4 | Visibility | 4.8% | 29 |
| 5 | Body, structure & corrosion | 4.6% | 28 |
| 6 | Emissions & environmental | 3.6% | 22 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Position lamp | 35 |
| 2 | Exhaust system | 28 |
| 3 | Brake pads | 21 |
| 4 | Pins and bushes | 18 |
| 5 | Linkage ball joints | 18 |
| 6 | Washers | 17 |
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 | 34.0% | 205 |
| 2 | Tyres | 25.4% | 153 |
| 3 | Brakes | 23.1% | 139 |
| 4 | Emissions & environmental | 17.6% | 106 |
| 5 | Body, structure & corrosion | 14.4% | 87 |
| 6 | Lighting & signalling | 6.8% | 41 |
Failure rate by mileage
Higher-mileage cars tend to fail more — often the most useful guide to real condition.
| Mileage band | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 60-90k | 142 | 12.7% |
| 90-120k | 257 | 19.1% |
| 120-150k | 141 | 23.4% |
| 150k+ | 37 | 24.3% |
Failure rate by age
By fuel type
| Fuel | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| Diesel | 400 | 18.0% |
| Petrol | 203 | 20.7% |
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 141 | 22.0% |
| 2022 | 125 | 15.2% |
| 2023 | 118 | 14.4% |
| 2024 | 113 | 19.5% |
| 2025 | 106 | 23.6% |
What to check before buying a 2010 Murano
On a 2010 Murano, lighting & signalling is what the MOT record says goes wrong most — it appeared in 9.0% of tests. Check these areas before you commit.
- Lighting & signalling (9.0% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Suspension (8.3% 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.
- Brakes (5.8% of tests): Pads/discs are routine wear; binding, imbalance or corroded pipes are more serious — test for pulling under braking. Typical repair: £100–£350 per axle.
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 Muranos pass their MOT?
81.1% of the 603 2010 Nissan Murano MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 18.9% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2010 Nissan Murano?
Lighting & signalling, recorded in 9.0% of tests, followed by suspension (8.3%).
Does the 2010 Murano get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 12.7% in the 60-90k band to 24.3% in the 150k+ band.
Methodology & source. Based on 603 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.