Nissan Kubistar Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Nissan Kubistar reliable? We analysed 68,907 real MOT tests across 4,188 vehicles to find out.
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The Nissan Kubistar is about average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include track rod end ball joint has excessive play, tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm and registration plate lamp not working. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Nissan Kubistar.
Nissan Kubistar Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Nissan Kubistar. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Nissan Kubistar MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Nissan Kubistar to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Nissan Kubistar Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Nissan Kubistar fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Nissan Kubistar Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Nissan Kubistar owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Nissan Kubistar MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Nissan Kubistar year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 78 | 67.9% | 62,952 | 86,235 | 104,335 |
| 2009 | 673 | 64.8% | 60,172 | 100,236 | 139,065 |
| 2008 | 7,220 | 67.4% | 54,150 | 83,531 | 116,897 |
| 2007 | 8,120 | 67.2% | 56,558 | 87,879 | 122,424 |
| 2006 | 8,924 | 67.4% | 59,387 | 87,928 | 119,425 |
| 2005 | 18,416 | 65.4% | 56,580 | 84,217 | 117,090 |
| 2004 | 20,978 | 65.5% | 59,194 | 86,845 | 116,608 |
| 2003 | 4,442 | 65.7% | 53,186 | 80,286 | 108,589 |
How Long Does a Nissan Kubistar Last?
Based on 4,188 Nissan Kubistar vehicles on UK roads.
Nissan Kubistar Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Nissan Kubistar 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 Kubistar
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
67.9% MOT pass rate from 78 tests
64.8% MOT pass rate from 673 tests
The best year to buy a used Nissan Kubistar is 2010, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 67.9% across 78 tests. The 2009 model year has the lowest pass rate at 64.8% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Nissan Kubistar Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nissan Kubistar THIS CAR | 66.1% | 68,907 | 85,801 mi | 23 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 |
| Fiat Sedici | 72.7% | 50,835 | 65,010 mi | 20 yrs |
Compared to the Nissan Micra (71.4% pass rate) and the Nissan Qashqai (77.3% pass rate), the Nissan Kubistar trails behind on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Nissan KubistarShould you buy a used Nissan Kubistar?
The Nissan Kubistar has an overall MOT pass rate of 66.1% across 68,907 real MOT tests — roughly in line with the UK average.
The most common problems on the Nissan Kubistar are track rod end ball joint has excessive play (3,569 recorded failures), tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (3,310), and registration plate lamp not working (3,183). 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.
A typical Nissan Kubistar owner drives around 6,814 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 Kubistar models stay on UK roads for around 23 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.