Nissan Tiida Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Nissan Tiida reliable? We analysed 12,971 real MOT tests across 897 vehicles to find out.
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The Nissan Tiida is about average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint, coil spring broken and tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Nissan Tiida.
Nissan Tiida Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Nissan Tiida. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Nissan Tiida MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Nissan Tiida to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Nissan Tiida Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Nissan Tiida fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Nissan Tiida Common Faults & Problems
These are the most common serious faults found on Nissan Tiida models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.
Nissan Tiida Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Nissan Tiida owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Nissan Tiida MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Nissan Tiida year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 | 249 | 68.7% | 32,885 | 50,046 | 75,094 |
| 2010 | 4,263 | 69.2% | 34,036 | 53,630 | 76,010 |
| 2009 | 7,809 | 69.9% | 33,006 | 52,612 | 74,600 |
| 2008 | 124 | 68.5% | 65,802 | 118,336 | 163,730 |
| 2007 | 86 | 68.6% | 98,828 | 135,370 | 157,183 |
How Long Does a Nissan Tiida Last?
Based on 897 Nissan Tiida vehicles on UK roads.
Nissan Tiida Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Nissan Tiida 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 Tiida
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
69.9% MOT pass rate from 7,809 tests
68.5% MOT pass rate from 124 tests
The best year to buy a used Nissan Tiida is 2009, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 69.9% across 7,809 tests. The 2008 model year has the lowest pass rate at 68.5% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Nissan Tiida Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nissan Tiida THIS CAR | 69.9% | 12,971 | 54,082 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 |
| Infiniti QX70 | 89.4% | 4,062 | 53,082 mi | 12 yrs |
Compared to the Nissan Micra (71.4% pass rate) and the Nissan Qashqai (77.3% pass rate), the Nissan Tiida trails behind on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Nissan TiidaShould you buy a used Nissan Tiida?
The Nissan Tiida has an overall MOT pass rate of 69.9% across 12,971 real MOT tests — roughly in line with the UK average.
The most common problems on the Nissan Tiida are suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (327 recorded failures), coil spring broken (296), and tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (205). 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 Tiida 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 Tiida owner drives around 5,202 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 Tiida 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.