2021 Nissan Qashqai Acenta Prem Dig-T Mhev — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 3,937 MOT tests analysed for the 2021 Nissan Qashqai Acenta Prem Dig-T Mhev, the most common recorded failure areas were visibility, brakes and tyres. Its pass rate of 91.2% was in line with the average for cars of a similar age (91.2%). Higher-mileage examples failed more often — 16.0% in the 60-90k group versus 6.0% in the 0-30k group.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Visibility | 4.0% | 159 |
| 2 | Brakes | 3.2% | 127 |
| 3 | Tyres | 3.2% | 125 |
| 4 | Lighting & signalling | 2.2% | 87 |
| 5 | Seat belts & restraints | 0.7% | 28 |
| 6 | Steering | 0.4% | 17 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Wipers | 156 |
| 2 | Brake pads | 131 |
| 3 | Headlamp aim | 114 |
| 4 | Tread depth | 84 |
| 5 | Washers | 46 |
| 6 | Brake discs | 20 |
Top advisory categories
Advisories aren't failures, but they flag work likely needed soon — useful when budgeting.
| # | Category | % of tests with advisory | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 27.4% | 1,079 |
| 2 | Brakes | 15.5% | 609 |
| 3 | Other defects | 7.4% | 291 |
| 4 | Visibility | 3.8% | 150 |
| 5 | Suspension | 1.1% | 44 |
| 6 | Steering | 0.4% | 17 |
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 | 2,107 | 6.0% |
| 30-60k | 1,694 | 11.7% |
| 60-90k | 125 | 16.0% |
Failure rate by age
By fuel type
| Fuel | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| Hybrid | 3,666 | 8.6% |
| Petrol | 269 | 11.2% |
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 1,912 | 7.2% |
| 2025 | 2,016 | 10.4% |
What to check before buying a 2021 Qashqai Acenta Prem Dig-T Mhev
Before buying a 2021 Nissan Qashqai Acenta Prem Dig-T Mhev, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Visibility accounted for 4.0% of tests for this year.
- Visibility (4.0% of tests): Wipers, washers, mirrors and screen damage — usually inexpensive, but check for chips in the driver's line of sight. Typical repair: £15–£150.
- Brakes (3.2% 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.
- Tyres (3.2% of tests): Usually a quick, known-cost fix, but check tread, age and uneven wear (which can hint at alignment or suspension issues). Typical repair: £50–£120 per tyre.
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 2021 Nissan Qashqai Acenta Prem Dig-T Mhevs pass their MOT?
91.2% of the 3,937 2021 Nissan Qashqai Acenta Prem Dig-T Mhev MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 8.8% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2021 Nissan Qashqai Acenta Prem Dig-T Mhev?
Visibility, recorded in 4.0% of tests, followed by brakes (3.2%).
Does the 2021 Qashqai Acenta Prem Dig-T Mhev get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 6.0% in the 0-30k band to 16.0% in the 60-90k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 3,937 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.