Nissan Mistral Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Nissan Mistral reliable? We analysed 6,134 real MOT tests across 599 vehicles to find out.
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The Nissan Mistral is about average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include brake pipe excessively corroded, anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint and tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Nissan Mistral.
Nissan Mistral Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Nissan Mistral. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Nissan Mistral MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Nissan Mistral to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Nissan Mistral Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Nissan Mistral fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Nissan Mistral Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Nissan Mistral owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Nissan Mistral MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Nissan Mistral year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 | 128 | 64.8% | 105,911 | 134,061 | 153,500 |
| 2006 | 203 | 72.9% | 86,718 | 119,463 | 150,180 |
| 2005 | 725 | 68.4% | 94,116 | 131,642 | 163,640 |
| 2004 | 795 | 66.2% | 103,134 | 136,286 | 169,985 |
| 2003 | 738 | 69.1% | 97,462 | 125,827 | 158,724 |
| 2002 | 204 | 69.1% | 96,622 | 122,890 | 147,966 |
| 2001 | 132 | 61.4% | 97,550 | 119,098 | 147,394 |
| 2000 | 89 | 71.9% | 84,602 | 131,308 | 165,153 |
| 1999 | 70 | 70.0% | 139,380 | 188,627 | 223,710 |
| 1997 | 133 | 65.4% | 79,164 | 113,767 | 148,290 |
| 1996 | 663 | 70.1% | 95,969 | 125,725 | 157,427 |
| 1995 | 1,096 | 66.5% | 90,344 | 117,825 | 158,420 |
| 1994 | 978 | 67.9% | 94,080 | 122,953 | 160,124 |
How Long Does a Nissan Mistral Last?
Based on 599 Nissan Mistral vehicles on UK roads.
Nissan Mistral Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Nissan Mistral 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 Mistral
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
72.9% MOT pass rate from 203 tests
61.4% MOT pass rate from 132 tests
The best year to buy a used Nissan Mistral is 2006, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 72.9% across 203 tests. The 2001 model year has the lowest pass rate at 61.4% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Nissan Mistral Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nissan Mistral THIS CAR | 67.9% | 6,134 | 125,210 mi | 32 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 |
| Honda Cb 500 F-a | 89.2% | 2,572 | 15,073 mi | 13 yrs |
Compared to the Nissan Micra (71.4% pass rate) and the Nissan Qashqai (77.3% pass rate), the Nissan Mistral trails behind on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Nissan MistralShould you buy a used Nissan Mistral?
The Nissan Mistral has an overall MOT pass rate of 67.9% across 6,134 real MOT tests — roughly in line with the UK average.
The most common problems on the Nissan Mistral are brake pipe excessively corroded (431 recorded failures), anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (355), and tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (289). 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 Mistral owner drives around 6,952 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 Mistral models stay on UK roads for around 32 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.