Nissan 370 Z
From 2,968 MOT tests. Above average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
Pass rate by registration year
Newer 370 Zs fare better: 2018 models pass at 95.4% vs 86.6% for 2010.
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements, lambda coefficient outside the default limits or the range specified by the manufacturer and tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements. The top issue, the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements, caused 41 failures in 2024. Checking tread depth (1.6mm legal minimum, 3mm recommended) before your test can save an unnecessary fail. You can check prices at Black Circles if you need replacements. If you need repairs before retesting, sites like BookMyGarage let you compare local prices.
| the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements | 41 |
| lambda coefficient outside the default limits or the range specified by the manufacturer | 39 |
| tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements | 38 |
| emissions levels exceed the manufacturer's specified limits | 34 |
| emissions levels exceed default limits | 33 |
| windscreen washers not working or not providing sufficient fluid to clear the windscreen | 30 |
| a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn | 21 |
| emission control equipment fitted by the manufacturer missing, obviously modified or obviously defective | 20 |
| brake pipe damaged or excessively corroded | 20 |
| a tyre seriously damaged | 19 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. Only 20.3% of 370 Z failures are serious (safety or roadside), below the 44.4% average. When this car fails its MOT, it's more likely to be lights, wipers, or emissions than something dangerous. When it does fail, the average repair bill is around £104.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2018 | 95.4% | a tyre not fitted in compliance with the manufacturers sidewall instruction, wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen |
| 2017 | 92.3% | a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, a tyre cords visible or damaged |
| 2016 | 85.8% | emissions test unable to be completed, emission control equipment fitted by the manufacturer missing, obviously modified or obviously defective |
| 2015 | 93% | a suspension component insecurely attached to chassis or axle, emissions levels exceed default limits |
6 earlier years
| 2014 | 86.8% | lambda coefficient outside the default limits or the range specified by the manufacturer, emissions levels exceed default limits |
| 2013 | 80.7% | an obligatory rear fog lamp missing, or a front or rear fog lamp inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning, lambda coefficient outside the default limits or the range specified by the manufacturer |
| 2012 | 91.4% | emissions levels exceed default limits, brake pipe damaged or excessively corroded |
| 2011 | 83.8% | tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements |
| 2010 | 86.6% | the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements, emissions levels exceed the manufacturer's specified limits |
| 2009 | 86.2% | the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements, windscreen washers not working or not providing sufficient fluid to clear the windscreen |
Typical mileage
Half of all 370 Zs tested had between 34,991 and 77,413 miles on the clock.
At 59,782 median miles, the 370 Z has 0.021 failures per 10,000 miles driven.
Other Nissan models
| Nissan Qashqai | 76.1% |
| Nissan Juke | 75.3% |
| Nissan Micra | 71.2% |
| Nissan Note | 70.9% |
| Nissan Navara | 77% |
Common questions
What is the Nissan 370 Z MOT pass rate?
The Nissan 370 Z has a 87.3% MOT pass rate based on 2,968 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Nissan 370 Z?
The most common MOT failure on the Nissan 370 Z is the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements, which caused 41 failures. Other common issues include lambda coefficient outside the default limits or the range specified by the manufacturer.
What is the typical mileage of a Nissan 370 Z at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Nissan 370 Z is 59,782 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 34,991 and 77,413 miles.
Buying a used 370 Z?
Start with the free tools. Look up the specific vehicle's MOT history on GOV.UK The mileage at each test will show if it's been wound back, and the advisory history tells you what's wearing. Cross-reference that against the typical failures above to see if anything looks unusual for this model.
The free data won't tell you about outstanding finance, theft markers, or write-off history. For that, you need a vehicle history check This is especially important on a private sale where you have fewer legal protections.
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