2021 Nissan Qashqai Tekna + Dig-T Mhev — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 3,009 MOT tests analysed for the 2021 Nissan Qashqai Tekna + Dig-T Mhev, the most common recorded failure areas were visibility, tyres and brakes. Its pass rate of 93.3% was above the average for cars of a similar age (91.2%). Higher-mileage examples failed more often — 13.3% in the 60-90k group versus 4.6% in the 0-30k group.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Visibility | 2.9% | 86 |
| 2 | Tyres | 2.8% | 83 |
| 3 | Brakes | 2.0% | 60 |
| 4 | Lighting & signalling | 1.5% | 46 |
| 5 | Steering | 0.6% | 18 |
| 6 | Body, structure & corrosion | 0.3% | 8 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Wipers | 87 |
| 2 | Brake pads | 66 |
| 3 | Headlamp aim | 61 |
| 4 | Tread depth | 46 |
| 5 | Track rod end | 18 |
| 6 | Brake discs | 13 |
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 | 17.3% | 522 |
| 2 | Brakes | 11.5% | 347 |
| 3 | Other defects | 5.5% | 166 |
| 4 | Visibility | 3.3% | 98 |
| 5 | Suspension | 0.9% | 28 |
| 6 | Steering | 0.3% | 9 |
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 | 1,951 | 4.6% |
| 30-60k | 1,009 | 10.6% |
| 60-90k | 45 | 13.3% |
Failure rate by age
By fuel type
| Fuel | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| Hybrid | 2,833 | 6.6% |
| Petrol | 172 | 9.3% |
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 1,453 | 4.8% |
| 2025 | 1,546 | 8.5% |
What to check before buying a 2021 Qashqai Tekna + Dig-T Mhev
Before buying a 2021 Nissan Qashqai Tekna + Dig-T Mhev, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Visibility accounted for 2.9% of tests for this year.
- Visibility (2.9% 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.
- Tyres (2.8% 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 (2.0% 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 2021 Nissan Qashqai Tekna + Dig-T Mhevs pass their MOT?
93.3% of the 3,009 2021 Nissan Qashqai Tekna + Dig-T Mhev MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 6.8% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2021 Nissan Qashqai Tekna + Dig-T Mhev?
Visibility, recorded in 2.9% of tests, followed by tyres (2.8%).
Does the 2021 Qashqai Tekna + Dig-T Mhev get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 4.6% in the 0-30k band to 13.3% in the 60-90k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 3,009 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.