2013 Nissan Navara — MOT failures & pass rate
22,679 MOT tests on the 2013 Nissan Navara are in this dataset, and 75.2% of them passed. That is 2.0 percentage points worse than pick-up trucks of a similar age, which fail at 22.8%. Failures cluster in lighting & signalling, suspension and brakes.
What the MOT record shows
Lighting & signalling dominates the failure mix at 13.8% of all tests — 5.5 points clear of suspension, so it is the first thing to check.
At component level the recurring items are track rod end, ball joint and position lamp — track rod end alone was recorded 1,517 times.
Mileage is the strongest signal on the record: 12.4% of 0-30k cars fail, rising to 27.6% once past 150k — 2.2× the risk.
Advisories point at the next bill rather than this one: brakes was flagged on 23.1% of tests without failing them.
The trend is worsening — 22.2% of tests failed in 2021 against 26.9% in 2025, the usual pattern as a fleet ages.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lighting & signalling | 13.8% | 3,126 |
| 2 | Suspension | 8.3% | 1,870 |
| 3 | Brakes | 7.0% | 1,597 |
| 4 | Steering | 6.3% | 1,432 |
| 5 | Body, structure & corrosion | 6.1% | 1,381 |
| 6 | Visibility | 6.0% | 1,353 |
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 | 1,517 |
| 2 | Ball joint | 1,462 |
| 3 | Position lamp | 1,149 |
| 4 | Malfunction indicator lamp | 1,137 |
| 5 | Washers | 926 |
| 6 | Headlamp aim | 915 |
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 | 23.1% | 5,243 |
| 2 | Suspension | 22.8% | 5,162 |
| 3 | Tyres | 17.5% | 3,971 |
| 4 | Body, structure & corrosion | 14.6% | 3,323 |
| 5 | Lighting & signalling | 12.6% | 2,852 |
| 6 | Emissions & environmental | 8.9% | 2,018 |
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 | 202 | 12.4% |
| 30-60k | 2,018 | 17.3% |
| 60-90k | 5,998 | 22.9% |
| 90-120k | 6,776 | 25.8% |
| 120-150k | 4,469 | 27.8% |
| 150k+ | 3,190 | 27.6% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 4,669 | 22.2% |
| 2022 | 4,714 | 23.6% |
| 2023 | 4,592 | 25.2% |
| 2024 | 4,476 | 26.5% |
| 2025 | 4,228 | 26.9% |
What to check before buying a 2013 Navara
On a 2013 Navara, lighting & signalling is what the MOT record says goes wrong most — it appeared in 13.8% of tests. Check these areas before you commit.
- Lighting & signalling (13.8% 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 (7.0% 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 2013 Nissan Navaras pass their MOT?
75.2% of the 22,679 2013 Nissan Navara MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 24.8% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2013 Nissan Navara?
Lighting & signalling, recorded in 13.8% of tests, followed by suspension (8.3%).
Does the 2013 Navara get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 12.4% in the 0-30k band to 27.6% in the 150k+ band.
Methodology & source. Based on 22,679 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.