Nissan Murano Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
Free Nissan Murano car check
Is the Nissan Murano reliable? We analysed 45,327 real MOT tests across 3,135 vehicles to find out.
Got a specific Nissan Murano? Enter the reg for a free check:
The Nissan Murano is about average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include track rod end ball joint has excessive play, brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick and suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Nissan Murano.
Nissan Murano Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Nissan Murano. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Nissan Murano MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Nissan Murano to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Nissan Murano Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Nissan Murano fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Nissan Murano Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Nissan Murano owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Nissan Murano MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Nissan Murano year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 | 232 | 82.8% | 49,198 | 72,030 | 96,010 |
| 2010 | 1,845 | 80.8% | 52,562 | 80,029 | 106,664 |
| 2009 | 4,519 | 79.3% | 45,176 | 69,369 | 95,698 |
| 2008 | 4,097 | 74.2% | 48,087 | 72,011 | 99,046 |
| 2007 | 6,069 | 72.0% | 49,703 | 75,135 | 99,355 |
| 2006 | 11,781 | 72.5% | 48,926 | 73,100 | 97,975 |
| 2005 | 16,359 | 71.9% | 51,098 | 74,427 | 99,005 |
| 2004 | 150 | 72.7% | 48,079 | 73,006 | 95,848 |
How Long Does a Nissan Murano Last?
Based on 3,135 Nissan Murano vehicles on UK roads.
Nissan Murano Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Nissan Murano 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 Murano
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
82.8% MOT pass rate from 232 tests
71.9% MOT pass rate from 16,359 tests
The best year to buy a used Nissan Murano is 2011, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 82.8% across 232 tests. The 2005 model year has the lowest pass rate at 71.9% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Nissan Murano Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nissan Murano THIS CAR | 73.5% | 45,327 | 73,698 mi | 21 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 |
| Audi Q8 | 91.4% | 14,321 | 42,305 mi | — yrs |
Compared to the Nissan Micra (71.4% pass rate) and the Nissan Qashqai (77.3% pass rate), the Nissan Murano sits in the middle of the pack on MOT reliability.
Found a Nissan Murano you like?
Run a full vehicle history check on the specific car. See finance, stolen, write-off, mileage and MOT data for that exact vehicle.
Check a specific Nissan MuranoShould you buy a used Nissan Murano?
The Nissan Murano has an overall MOT pass rate of 73.5% across 45,327 real MOT tests — roughly in line with the UK average.
The most common problems on the Nissan Murano are track rod end ball joint has excessive play (1,854 recorded failures), brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1,129), and suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (1,060). 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 Murano owner drives around 6,358 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 Murano models stay on UK roads for around 21 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.