Nissan Pixo Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Nissan Pixo reliable? We analysed 217,471 real MOT tests across 14,452 vehicles to find out.
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The Nissan Pixo is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively, tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm and horn not working. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Nissan Pixo.
Nissan Pixo Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Nissan Pixo. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Nissan Pixo MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Nissan Pixo to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Nissan Pixo Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Nissan Pixo fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Nissan Pixo Common Faults & Problems
These are the most common serious faults found on Nissan Pixo models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.
Nissan Pixo Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Nissan Pixo owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Nissan Pixo MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Nissan Pixo year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 6,703 | 80.1% | 18,577 | 32,968 | 54,508 |
| 2012 | 26,663 | 79.7% | 20,928 | 35,452 | 55,490 |
| 2011 | 33,625 | 78.9% | 22,925 | 39,529 | 61,277 |
| 2010 | 75,870 | 77.5% | 25,101 | 42,120 | 64,038 |
| 2009 | 73,982 | 77.0% | 24,152 | 41,781 | 64,080 |
How Long Does a Nissan Pixo Last?
Based on 14,452 Nissan Pixo vehicles on UK roads.
Nissan Pixo Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Nissan Pixo 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 Pixo
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
80.1% MOT pass rate from 6,703 tests
77.0% MOT pass rate from 73,982 tests
The best year to buy a used Nissan Pixo is 2013, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 80.1% across 6,703 tests. The 2009 model year has the lowest pass rate at 77.0% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Nissan Pixo Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nissan Pixo THIS CAR | 77.9% | 217,471 | 40,508 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 |
| Jaguar Xe | 84.6% | 350,947 | 46,703 mi | 11 yrs |
Compared to the Nissan Micra (71.4% pass rate) and the Nissan Qashqai (77.3% pass rate), the Nissan Pixo outperforms both on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Nissan PixoShould you buy a used Nissan Pixo?
The Nissan Pixo has an overall MOT pass rate of 77.9% across 217,471 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 Pixo are windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (2,894 recorded failures), tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (2,547), and horn not working (916). 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 Pixo 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 Pixo owner drives around 3,708 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 Pixo 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.