2015 Nissan Navara — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 24,871 MOT tests analysed for the 2015 Nissan Navara, the most common recorded failure areas were lighting & signalling, suspension and brakes. Its pass rate of 78.2% was below the average for pick-up trucks of a similar age (80.5%). Higher-mileage examples failed more often — 27.7% in the 150k+ group versus 10.3% in the 0-30k group.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lighting & signalling | 12.4% | 3,089 |
| 2 | Suspension | 8.1% | 2,021 |
| 3 | Brakes | 6.5% | 1,620 |
| 4 | Visibility | 5.2% | 1,297 |
| 5 | Emissions & environmental | 3.8% | 947 |
| 6 | Steering | 3.5% | 857 |
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 | 1,738 |
| 2 | Position lamp | 1,202 |
| 3 | Headlamp aim | 947 |
| 4 | Track rod end | 862 |
| 5 | Malfunction indicator lamp | 838 |
| 6 | Tread depth | 821 |
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 | 20.7% | 5,148 |
| 2 | Suspension | 20.3% | 5,043 |
| 3 | Tyres | 17.6% | 4,369 |
| 4 | Lighting & signalling | 9.9% | 2,453 |
| 5 | Body, structure & corrosion | 7.5% | 1,856 |
| 6 | Other defects | 7.1% | 1,763 |
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 | 632 | 10.3% |
| 30-60k | 4,750 | 14.1% |
| 60-90k | 8,111 | 20.9% |
| 90-120k | 6,338 | 25.4% |
| 120-150k | 3,220 | 27.0% |
| 150k+ | 1,812 | 27.7% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 4,916 | 17.6% |
| 2022 | 5,114 | 20.6% |
| 2023 | 5,017 | 21.9% |
| 2024 | 4,997 | 23.9% |
| 2025 | 4,827 | 25.0% |
What to check before buying a 2015 Navara
Before buying a 2015 Nissan Navara, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Lighting & signalling accounted for 12.4% of tests for this year.
- Lighting & signalling (12.4% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Suspension (8.1% 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 (6.5% 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 2015 Nissan Navaras pass their MOT?
78.2% of the 24,871 2015 Nissan Navara MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 21.8% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2015 Nissan Navara?
Lighting & signalling, recorded in 12.4% of tests, followed by suspension (8.1%).
Does the 2015 Navara get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 10.3% in the 0-30k band to 27.7% in the 150k+ band.
Methodology & source. Based on 24,871 MOT tests. Dataset: DVSA MOT testing data (2021,2022,2023,2024,2025). Data last updated 2026-07-01. Figures reflect MOT-testable defects only — read the methodology for how these are calculated and what they don't measure.