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Nissan X-trail SE DCI 4WD Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Nissan X-trail SE DCI 4WD reliable? We analysed 602 real MOT tests across 126 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 602 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
72.4%
Typical Mileage
131,012mi
Annual Mileage
5,980mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

The Nissan X-trail SE DCI 4WD is about average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Nissan X-trail SE DCI 4WD.

Nissan X-trail SE DCI 4WD Number Plates

Number plates registered to a Nissan X-trail SE DCI 4WD. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.

Nissan X-trail SE DCI 4WD Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Nissan X-trail SE DCI 4WD owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.

Low usage
3,957 mi/yr
Typical
5,980 mi/yr
Average
6,753 mi/yr
Heavy usage
9,132 mi/yr

Nissan X-trail SE DCI 4WD Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Nissan X-trail SE DCI 4WD MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
131,012 mi
75th Percentile
152,844 mi
95th Percentile
191,025 mi
Max Recorded
335,704 mi

How Does the Nissan X-trail SE DCI 4WD Compare?

MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Nissan X-trail SE DCI 4WD THIS CAR 72.4% 602 131,012 mi — 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
Mobylette Unknown 88.5% 243 4,622 mi — yrs

Compared to the Nissan Micra (71.4% pass rate) and the Nissan Qashqai (77.3% pass rate), the Nissan X-trail SE DCI 4WD sits in the middle of the pack on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Nissan X-trail SE DCI 4WD?

The Nissan X-trail SE DCI 4WD has an overall MOT pass rate of 72.4% across 602 real MOT tests — roughly in line with the UK average.

A typical Nissan X-trail SE DCI 4WD owner drives around 5,980 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.

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.

Nissan X-trail SE DCI 4WD — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Nissan X-trail SE DCI 4WD reliable?
Based on 602 MOT tests, the Nissan X-trail SE DCI 4WD has a 72.4% pass rate — about average for UK cars.
What are the common problems on a Nissan X-trail SE DCI 4WD?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Nissan X-trail SE DCI 4WD do per year?
The typical Nissan X-trail SE DCI 4WD does around 5,980 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Nissan X-trail SE DCI 4WD last?
Lifespan data is not yet available for this model.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Nissan X-trail SE DCI 4WD?
Yes. An MOT pass rate tells you about the model in general, but a vehicle history check reveals the specific car's finance, stolen, write-off and mileage history — things the seller may not disclose.