Nissan 370 Z Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
Free Nissan 370 Z car check
Is the Nissan 370 Z reliable? We analysed 25,560 real MOT tests across 2,203 vehicles to find out.
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The Nissan 370 Z is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively and tyre has ply or cords exposed. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Nissan 370 Z.
Nissan 370 Z Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Nissan 370 Z. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Nissan 370 Z MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Nissan 370 Z to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Nissan 370 Z Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Nissan 370 Z fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Nissan 370 Z Common Faults & Problems
These are the most common serious faults found on Nissan 370 Z models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.
Nissan 370 Z Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Nissan 370 Z owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Nissan 370 Z MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Nissan 370 Z year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 82 | 95.1% | 9,969 | 16,999 | 23,455 |
| 2019 | 103 | 94.2% | 10,473 | 16,900 | 26,436 |
| 2018 | 353 | 93.8% | 13,265 | 20,522 | 32,721 |
| 2017 | 668 | 93.1% | 13,024 | 21,477 | 33,745 |
| 2016 | 778 | 91.1% | 19,414 | 28,985 | 39,734 |
| 2015 | 839 | 90.6% | 21,772 | 33,776 | 48,742 |
| 2014 | 921 | 90.2% | 20,746 | 32,219 | 47,408 |
| 2013 | 922 | 89.7% | 21,900 | 35,879 | 50,674 |
| 2012 | 1,464 | 87.9% | 24,124 | 39,281 | 58,253 |
| 2011 | 4,720 | 88.4% | 26,928 | 43,034 | 62,551 |
| 2010 | 10,401 | 88.0% | 29,343 | 46,777 | 68,611 |
| 2009 | 4,154 | 86.0% | 33,056 | 51,920 | 70,997 |
How Long Does a Nissan 370 Z Last?
Based on 2,203 Nissan 370 Z vehicles on UK roads.
Nissan 370 Z Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Nissan 370 Z MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.
Best Year to Buy a Used Nissan 370 Z
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
95.1% MOT pass rate from 82 tests
86.0% MOT pass rate from 4,154 tests
The best year to buy a used Nissan 370 Z is 2020, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 95.1% across 82 tests. The 2009 model year has the lowest pass rate at 86.0% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Nissan 370 Z Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nissan 370 Z THIS CAR | 88.3% | 25,560 | 42,694 mi | 17 yrs |
| Nissan Micra | 71.4% | 10,566,512 | 55,214 mi | 37 yrs |
| Nissan Qashqai | 77.3% | 6,506,323 | 59,398 mi | 19 yrs |
| Nissan Juke | 79.3% | 3,002,435 | 49,593 mi | 16 yrs |
| Vauxhall Rascal | 64.9% | 30,067 | 61,060 mi | 40 yrs |
Compared to the Nissan Micra (71.4% pass rate) and the Nissan Qashqai (77.3% pass rate), the Nissan 370 Z outperforms both on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Nissan 370 ZShould you buy a used Nissan 370 Z?
The Nissan 370 Z has an overall MOT pass rate of 88.3% across 25,560 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.
The most common problems on the Nissan 370 Z are tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (365 recorded failures), windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (228), and tyre has ply or cords exposed (52). These are the faults most likely to cause an MOT failure on this model, so check for them carefully on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection. Many are wear-and-tear items that can be budgeted for, but a car that's already failing on multiple fronts may signal neglected maintenance.
On the safety side, the most frequently flagged dangerous fault is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm. Dangerous faults cause an immediate MOT failure and mean the vehicle is not roadworthy until repaired. If you're viewing a Nissan 370 Z with an expired or recently passed MOT, ask the seller whether any dangerous faults were found and fixed during the last test.
A typical Nissan 370 Z owner drives around 3,769 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.
In terms of longevity, most Nissan 370 Z models stay on UK roads for around 17 years — a strong showing that suggests solid build quality and readily available parts. If you're buying one that's already approaching that window, the data suggests it has plenty of life left provided it's been maintained.
Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.