Nissan Laurel Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Nissan Laurel reliable? We analysed 3,076 real MOT tests across 502 vehicles to find out.
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The Nissan Laurel is about average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded and brake pipe excessively corroded. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Nissan Laurel.
Nissan Laurel Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Nissan Laurel. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Nissan Laurel MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Nissan Laurel to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Nissan Laurel Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Nissan Laurel fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Nissan Laurel Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Nissan Laurel owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Nissan Laurel MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Nissan Laurel year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1990 | 82 | 70.7% | 89,939 | 136,261 | 145,658 |
| 1989 | 277 | 70.0% | 71,700 | 99,194 | 133,370 |
| 1988 | 577 | 72.1% | 65,069 | 92,185 | 125,097 |
| 1987 | 427 | 68.4% | 71,278 | 99,612 | 129,886 |
| 1986 | 271 | 74.9% | 69,970 | 97,037 | 130,430 |
| 1985 | 236 | 75.4% | 62,218 | 83,401 | 113,595 |
| 1984 | 139 | 69.1% | 67,936 | 81,599 | 110,028 |
| 1983 | 168 | 75.0% | 80,514 | 98,328 | 113,739 |
| 1982 | 137 | 73.0% | 47,899 | 64,930 | 94,531 |
| 1979 | 111 | 67.6% | 36,137 | 61,540 | 94,732 |
How Long Does a Nissan Laurel Last?
Based on 502 Nissan Laurel vehicles on UK roads.
Nissan Laurel Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Nissan Laurel 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 Laurel
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
75.4% MOT pass rate from 236 tests
67.6% MOT pass rate from 111 tests
The best year to buy a used Nissan Laurel is 1985, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 75.4% across 236 tests. The 1979 model year has the lowest pass rate at 67.6% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Nissan Laurel Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nissan Laurel THIS CAR | 73.0% | 3,076 | 92,256 mi | 47 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 |
| Mercedes-benz E 400 AMG Ln Ngt ED Prm+d 4M A | 84% | 2,359 | 33,812 mi | — yrs |
Compared to the Nissan Micra (71.4% pass rate) and the Nissan Qashqai (77.3% pass rate), the Nissan Laurel sits in the middle of the pack on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Nissan LaurelShould you buy a used Nissan Laurel?
The Nissan Laurel has an overall MOT pass rate of 73.0% across 3,076 real MOT tests — roughly in line with the UK average.
The most common problems on the Nissan Laurel are suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (223 recorded failures), seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (106), and brake pipe excessively corroded (99). 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 Laurel owner drives around 1,138 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 Laurel models stay on UK roads for around 47 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.