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MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the Nissan 350 Z. Check any 350 Z by registration number below.

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86.1%

Avg Pass Rate

+5.0%

vs Nissan Avg

20

Year Ranges

Excellent

Reliability

Nissan 350 Z — MOT Reliability Overview

The Nissan 350 Z has an average MOT pass rate of 86.1%, which is 5.0 percentage points above the Nissan brand average of 81.2%. This is a strong result, indicating that the 350 Z is well-engineered and tends to age well mechanically. Owners can expect fewer surprises at MOT time.

The most common reasons a Nissan 350 Z fails its MOT are tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen, brake pipe damaged or excessively corroded. If you are preparing your 350 Z 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 350 Z, 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 350 Z performs at MOT across different model years.

2020

Based on 50 vehicles

96.0%Excellent
Nissan average: 81.2%
Dangerous Defects

0.0%

Retest Rate

5.7%

Mileage at 3yr

45k mi

Mileage at 5yr

26k mi

2019

Based on 87 vehicles

94.3%Excellent
Nissan average: 81.2%
Dangerous Defects

0.0%

Retest Rate

3.4%

Mileage at 5yr

46k mi

2018

Based on 208 vehicles

91.3%Excellent
Nissan average: 81.2%
Dangerous Defects

3.4%

Retest Rate

13.7%

Mileage at 5yr

42k mi

2017

Based on 239 vehicles

89.1%Excellent
Nissan average: 81.2%
Dangerous Defects

0.6%

Retest Rate

5.7%

2016

Based on 345 vehicles

87.5%Excellent
Nissan average: 81.2%
Dangerous Defects

4.1%

Retest Rate

15.4%

2015

Based on 295 vehicles

91.5%Excellent
Nissan average: 81.2%
Dangerous Defects

0.5%

Retest Rate

7.1%

Mileage at 10yr

89k mi

2014

Based on 181 vehicles

90.6%Excellent
Nissan average: 81.2%
Dangerous Defects

1.6%

Retest Rate

13.4%

Mileage at 10yr

65k mi

2013

Based on 188 vehicles

93.6%Excellent
Nissan average: 81.2%
Dangerous Defects

0.0%

Retest Rate

7.1%

Mileage at 10yr

82k mi

2012

Based on 84 vehicles

94.0%Excellent
Nissan average: 81.2%
Dangerous Defects

0.0%

Mileage at 10yr

95k mi

2011

Based on 46 vehicles

87.0%Excellent
Nissan average: 81.2%
Dangerous Defects

0.0%

Retest Rate

15.4%

2010

Based on 57 vehicles

87.7%Excellent
Nissan average: 81.2%
Dangerous Defects

0.0%

Retest Rate

15.2%

2009

Based on 535 vehicles

85.2%Excellent
Nissan average: 81.2%
Dangerous Defects

2.6%

Retest Rate

8.3%

2008

Based on 1,045 vehicles

78.0%Good
Nissan average: 81.2%
Dangerous Defects

3.2%

Retest Rate

22.8%

2007

Based on 1,823 vehicles

80.1%Good
Nissan average: 81.2%
Dangerous Defects

3.7%

Retest Rate

13.7%

2006

Based on 2,295 vehicles

75.0%Good
Nissan average: 81.2%
Dangerous Defects

3.9%

Retest Rate

18.0%

2005

Based on 3,329 vehicles

78.6%Good
Nissan average: 81.2%
Dangerous Defects

3.2%

Retest Rate

16.3%

2004

Based on 2,992 vehicles

75.6%Good
Nissan average: 81.2%
Dangerous Defects

4.1%

Retest Rate

14.6%

2003

Based on 912 vehicles

77.7%Good
Nissan average: 81.2%
Dangerous Defects

3.5%

Retest Rate

14.4%

2002

Based on 53 vehicles

90.6%Excellent
Nissan average: 81.2%
Dangerous Defects

5.1%

0

Based on 6,658 vehicles

79.3%Good
Nissan average: 81.2%
Mileage at 5yr

83k mi

Top MOT Failures — Nissan 350 Z

The most common reasons a Nissan 350 Z fails its MOT, aggregated across all year ranges.

1

Tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements

3.8%
2

Wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen

2.1%
3

Brake pipe damaged or excessively corroded

2.1%
4

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

2.1%
5

A suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn

1.8%

Nissan 350 Z — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Nissan 350 Z MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the Nissan 350 Z?
The average MOT pass rate for the Nissan 350 Z is 86.1% 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 350 Z?
The most common MOT failures on the Nissan 350 Z are: Tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements (3.8%), Wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen (2.1%), Brake pipe damaged or excessively corroded (2.1%). These are the components most likely to cause an MOT failure.
Is the Nissan 350 Z reliable?
With an average MOT pass rate of 86.1%, the Nissan 350 Z is rated as "Excellent" 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 350 Z?
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 350 Z?
Typical mileage for the Nissan 350 Z: 45,095 miles at 3 years, 26,131 miles at 5 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used 350 Z to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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