Nissan Qx Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
Free Nissan Qx car check
Is the Nissan Qx reliable? We analysed 6,130 real MOT tests across 868 vehicles to find out.
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The Nissan Qx is about average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include constant velocity joint gaiter split, brake pipe excessively corroded and tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Nissan Qx.
Nissan Qx Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Nissan Qx. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Nissan Qx MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Nissan Qx to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Nissan Qx Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Nissan Qx fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Nissan Qx Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Nissan Qx owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Nissan Qx MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Nissan Qx year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2000 | 335 | 68.7% | 57,669 | 79,826 | 104,610 |
| 1999 | 1,368 | 71.1% | 59,897 | 82,517 | 111,008 |
| 1998 | 1,662 | 68.0% | 74,090 | 94,855 | 117,541 |
| 1997 | 1,125 | 66.1% | 80,472 | 103,408 | 132,845 |
| 1996 | 940 | 65.1% | 82,216 | 105,880 | 129,696 |
| 1995 | 650 | 64.5% | 88,660 | 113,731 | 145,142 |
How Long Does a Nissan Qx Last?
Based on 868 Nissan Qx vehicles on UK roads.
Nissan Qx Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Nissan Qx 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 Qx
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
71.1% MOT pass rate from 1,368 tests
64.5% MOT pass rate from 650 tests
The best year to buy a used Nissan Qx is 1999, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 71.1% across 1,368 tests. The 1995 model year has the lowest pass rate at 64.5% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Nissan Qx Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nissan Qx THIS CAR | 67.6% | 6,130 | 97,067 mi | 31 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 |
| Vauxhall Corsa Limited Edition | 83.4% | 8,704 | 60,592 mi | 13 yrs |
Compared to the Nissan Micra (71.4% pass rate) and the Nissan Qashqai (77.3% pass rate), the Nissan Qx trails behind on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Nissan QxShould you buy a used Nissan Qx?
The Nissan Qx has an overall MOT pass rate of 67.6% across 6,130 real MOT tests — roughly in line with the UK average.
The most common problems on the Nissan Qx are constant velocity joint gaiter split (537 recorded failures), brake pipe excessively corroded (380), and tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (336). 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 Qx owner drives around 5,176 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 Qx models stay on UK roads for around 31 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.