Nissan Pixo MOT Check

MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the Nissan Pixo. Check any Pixo by registration number below.

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75.6%

Avg Pass Rate

-5.5%

vs Nissan Avg

Year Ranges

Good

Reliability

Nissan Pixo — MOT Reliability Overview

The Nissan Pixo has an average MOT pass rate of 75.6%, which is 5.5 percentage points below the Nissan brand average of 81.2%. This is a reasonable result that reflects typical UK reliability standards. Regular servicing and addressing advisories promptly will help keep your Pixo on the road.

The most common reasons a Nissan Pixo fails its MOT are wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen, brake pipe damaged or excessively corroded, a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning. If you are preparing your Pixo for its MOT, checking these areas first could save you a retest fee. Our detailed fault analysis includes estimated repair costs for each failure type.

Before buying a used Nissan Pixo, we recommend checking the full MOT history, write-off status, outstanding finance, and stolen vehicle status. These checks can be done for free using the registration number.

MOT Pass Rate by Year

How the Nissan Pixo performs at MOT across different model years.

2013

Based on 1,134 vehicles

80.1%Good

Nissan average: 81.2%

Dangerous Defects

4.2%

Retest Rate

21.6%

Mileage at 10yr

76k mi

2012

Based on 4,253 vehicles

75.3%Good

Nissan average: 81.2%

Dangerous Defects

6.2%

Retest Rate

24.8%

Mileage at 10yr

89k mi

2011

Based on 4,631 vehicles

74.1%Average

Nissan average: 81.2%

Dangerous Defects

6.3%

Retest Rate

25.7%

2010

Based on 9,459 vehicles

72.5%Average

Nissan average: 81.2%

Dangerous Defects

6.4%

Retest Rate

25.4%

2009

Based on 8,021 vehicles

72.8%Average

Nissan average: 81.2%

Dangerous Defects

6.6%

Retest Rate

24.7%

0

Based on 15,023 vehicles

79.1%Good

Nissan average: 81.2%

Mileage at 5yr

61k mi

Top MOT Failures — Nissan Pixo

The most common reasons a Nissan Pixo fails its MOT, aggregated across all year ranges.

Wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen

3.2%

Brake pipe damaged or excessively corroded

3.2%

A lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning

2.6%

Stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning

2.6%

A suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn

1.8%

Nissan Pixo Common Faults & Repair Costs

Where Failures Occur

The areas of the vehicle most commonly flagged during MOT inspections.

Front Nearside

4.9%

Front Offside

4.3%

Front

2.8%

Other Nissan Models

Compare MOT reliability across Nissan models.

Nissan Skyline

92.4% pass rate

Nissan Patrol

74.5% pass rate

Nissan Vanette

41.8% pass rate

Nissan Qashqai (j10 )

93.3% pass rate

Nissan Serena

69.7% pass rate

Nissan Qashqai Tekna Dig-t Mhev

96.3% pass rate

Useful MOT Guides

Common MOT Failures

The most common reasons UK vehicles fail their MOT — and how to prepare.

MOT Checklist

Pre-MOT checklist to improve your chances of passing first time.

Advisory vs Failure

Understanding the difference between MOT advisories and failures.

See detailed fault analysis for Nissan Pixo

Nissan Pixo — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Nissan Pixo MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the Nissan Pixo?

The average MOT pass rate for the Nissan Pixo is 75.6% compared to the Nissan average of 81.2%. Pass rates vary by year — check the year-by-year breakdown on this page for details.

What are the most common MOT failures on a Nissan Pixo?

The most common MOT failures on the Nissan Pixo are: Wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen (3.2%), Brake pipe damaged or excessively corroded (3.2%), A lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (2.6%). These are the components most likely to cause an MOT failure.

Is the Nissan Pixo reliable?

With an average MOT pass rate of 75.6%, the Nissan Pixo is rated as "Good" for reliability. This is a strong result suggesting good build quality and fewer common defects.

How do I check the MOT history of a Nissan Pixo?

Enter the vehicle's registration number in the search box at the top of this page. You will instantly see the complete MOT history including every test result, mileage readings, advisories, and dangerous defects — completely free.

What mileage should I expect on a Nissan Pixo?

Typical mileage for the Nissan Pixo: 76,346 miles at 10 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used Pixo to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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