2021 Nissan Qashqai Prem Ed Dig-T Mhev Cvt — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 3,050 MOT tests analysed for the 2021 Nissan Qashqai Prem Ed Dig-T Mhev Cvt, the most common recorded failure areas were tyres, brakes and visibility. Its pass rate of 92.3% was above the average for cars of a similar age (91.2%). Higher-mileage examples failed more often — 18.6% in the 60-90k group versus 5.6% in the 0-30k group.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 3.3% | 99 |
| 2 | Brakes | 2.6% | 78 |
| 3 | Visibility | 2.5% | 77 |
| 4 | Lighting & signalling | 1.6% | 48 |
| 5 | Steering | 0.8% | 23 |
| 6 | Seat belts & restraints | 0.5% | 14 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Wipers | 83 |
| 2 | Brake pads | 81 |
| 3 | Headlamp aim | 51 |
| 4 | Tread depth | 28 |
| 5 | Track rod end | 24 |
| 6 | Washers | 10 |
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 | 17.8% | 543 |
| 2 | Brakes | 10.5% | 321 |
| 3 | Other defects | 5.3% | 161 |
| 4 | Visibility | 3.6% | 109 |
| 5 | Suspension | 0.4% | 13 |
| 6 | Steering | 0.3% | 8 |
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 | 2,029 | 5.6% |
| 30-60k | 958 | 11.4% |
| 60-90k | 59 | 18.6% |
Failure rate by age
By fuel type
| Fuel | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| Hybrid | 2,938 | 7.7% |
| Petrol | 112 | 8.9% |
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 1,500 | 6.9% |
| 2025 | 1,526 | 8.6% |
What to check before buying a 2021 Qashqai Prem Ed Dig-T Mhev Cvt
Before buying a 2021 Nissan Qashqai Prem Ed Dig-T Mhev Cvt, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Tyres accounted for 3.3% of tests for this year.
- Tyres (3.3% 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.
- Brakes (2.6% 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.
- Visibility (2.5% 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.
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 Prem Ed Dig-T Mhev Cvts pass their MOT?
92.3% of the 3,050 2021 Nissan Qashqai Prem Ed Dig-T Mhev Cvt MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 7.7% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2021 Nissan Qashqai Prem Ed Dig-T Mhev Cvt?
Tyres, recorded in 3.3% of tests, followed by brakes (2.6%).
Does the 2021 Qashqai Prem Ed Dig-T Mhev Cvt get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 5.6% in the 0-30k band to 18.6% in the 60-90k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 3,050 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.