2022 Nissan Primastar — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 765 MOT tests, the 2022 Nissan Primastar recorded an 85.8% pass rate. Vans of a similar age fail at 13.5%, so the 2022 Primastar sits squarely on the average. Failures cluster in lighting & signalling, brakes and suspension.
What the MOT record shows
No single area dominates — lighting & signalling (8.1%) and brakes (5.6%) are close, so failures are spread across several systems rather than one weak point.
At component level the recurring items are brake pads, headlamp aim and stop lamp — brake pads alone was recorded 43 times.
Condition tracks the odometer closely. Failures run at 9.8% in the 0-30k band and 20.0% in the 60-90k band, a 10.2-point spread — more than double.
Advisories point at the next bill rather than this one: brakes was flagged on 20.8% of tests without failing them.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lighting & signalling | 8.1% | 62 |
| 2 | Brakes | 5.6% | 43 |
| 3 | Suspension | 5.0% | 38 |
| 4 | Tyres | 3.5% | 27 |
| 5 | Visibility | 3.0% | 23 |
| 6 | Emissions & environmental | 0.7% | 5 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Brake pads | 43 |
| 2 | Headlamp aim | 27 |
| 3 | Stop lamp | 26 |
| 4 | Shock absorbers | 22 |
| 5 | Registration plate lamp(s) | 21 |
| 6 | Washers | 16 |
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 | 20.8% | 159 |
| 2 | Tyres | 16.1% | 123 |
| 3 | Visibility | 8.2% | 63 |
| 4 | Suspension | 8.2% | 63 |
| 5 | Lighting & signalling | 5.6% | 43 |
| 6 | Other defects | 5.4% | 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 0-30k | 214 | 9.8% |
| 30-60k | 377 | 14.8% |
| 60-90k | 140 | 20.0% |
What to check before buying a 2022 Primastar
On a 2022 Primastar, lighting & signalling is what the MOT record says goes wrong most — it appeared in 8.1% of tests. Check these areas before you commit.
- Lighting & signalling (8.1% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Brakes (5.6% 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.
- Suspension (5.0% 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.
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 2022 Nissan Primastars pass their MOT?
85.8% of the 765 2022 Nissan Primastar MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 14.2% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2022 Nissan Primastar?
Lighting & signalling, recorded in 8.1% of tests, followed by brakes (5.6%).
Does the 2022 Primastar get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 9.8% in the 0-30k band to 20.0% in the 60-90k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 765 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.