Nissan D22
From 1,143 MOT tests. Below average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
Pass rate by registration year
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake, the strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any sub-frame and spring or suspension component mounting (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired. The top issue, a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, caused 115 failures in 2024. If you need repairs before retesting, sites like BookMyGarage let you compare local prices.
| a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn | 115 |
| significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake | 72 |
| the strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any sub-frame, spring or suspension component mounting (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired | 52 |
| brake pipe damaged or excessively corroded | 47 |
| exhaust system leaking or insecure | 43 |
| windscreen washers not working or not providing sufficient fluid to clear the windscreen | 43 |
| a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 42 |
| a rear registration plate lamp or light source missing or inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources | 42 |
| wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen | 38 |
| vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is seriously reduced | 38 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. 25% of D22 failures could actually strand you: fractured springs, engine faults, exhaust problems. Another 44% are safety issues where the car still drives but shouldn't, such as worn brakes, corroded brake pipes, and steering wear. When it does fail, the average repair bill is around £143.
Nissan D22 on UK roads
The fleet is shrinking: 144 scrapped or exported in the past year, a net loss of 144. At this rate, roughly 13.1 years until none remain. Now at 33.5% of its peak (5,639 in 2007 Q4).
Quarterly breakdown
| Quarter | On road | SORN | New | Gone | Net |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 Q3 | 783 | 1,107 | +0 | -32 | -32 |
| 2025 Q2 | 815 | 1,107 | +0 | -11 | -11 |
| 2025 Q1 | 839 | 1,094 | +0 | -43 | -43 |
| 2024 Q4 | 865 | 1,111 | +0 | -58 | -58 |
| 2024 Q3 | 904 | 1,130 | +0 | -33 | -33 |
| 2024 Q2 | 927 | 1,140 | +0 | -10 | -10 |
| 2024 Q1 | 955 | 1,122 | +0 | -26 | -26 |
| 2023 Q4 | 999 | 1,104 | +1 | -27 | -26 |
4 variants on the road
| Variant | Fuel | Licensed | Share |
|---|---|---|---|
| D22 2.5 Di 4X4 | Diesel | 385 | 59% |
| D22 2.5 Di 4X2 | Diesel | 116 | 18% |
| D22 2.5Td 4X4 | Diesel | 86 | 13% |
| D22 2.5D 4X2 | Petrol | 65 | 10% |
Source: DfT vehicle licensing statistics, 2025 Q3. Crown copyright, OGL v3.0.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2005 | 63.9% | significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake, a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn |
| 2004 | 67.5% | a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen |
| 2003 | 69.4% | a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, the strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any sub-frame, spring or suspension component mounting (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired |
Typical mileage
Half of all D22s tested had between 92,867 and 144,944 miles on the clock. A significant number are high-mileage vehicles.
At 120,449 median miles, the D22 has 0.028 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 D22 MOT pass rate?
The Nissan D22 has a 66.6% MOT pass rate based on 1,143 real MOT tests. This is below the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Nissan D22?
The most common MOT failure on the Nissan D22 is a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, which caused 115 failures. Other common issues include significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake.
How many Nissan D22s are on UK roads?
There are 783 Nissan D22s currently licensed on UK roads, with 1,107 on SORN.
What is the typical mileage of a Nissan D22 at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Nissan D22 is 120,449 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 92,867 and 144,944 miles.
Buying a used D22?
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.
With a 66.6% pass rate and an average repair bill of £143 when things go wrong, budget accordingly. 25% of failures on this model could actually strand you, so breakdown cover may be worth considering.
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MOT data from DVSA anonymised test results, 2024 test year. Fleet data from DfT vehicle licensing statistics. Crown copyright, OGL v3.0. MOT pass rates are statistical summaries of test outcomes, not assessments of individual vehicle safety or condition. Always inspect a vehicle and check its full MOT history before purchasing. See terms of use.