Nissan Interstar MOT Check

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

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60.5%

Avg Pass Rate

-20.6%

vs Nissan Avg

Year Ranges

Below Average

Reliability

Nissan Interstar — MOT Reliability Overview

The Nissan Interstar has an average MOT pass rate of 60.5%, which is 20.6 percentage points below the Nissan brand average of 81.2%. This suggests the Interstar can be more maintenance-intensive than average. Pay close attention to the common failure points listed below if you are considering buying one.

The most common reasons a Nissan Interstar fails its MOT are parking brake efficiency below minimum requirement, 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. If you are preparing your Interstar 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 Interstar, 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 Interstar performs at MOT across different model years.

2009

Based on 52 vehicles

67.3%Average

Nissan average: 81.2%

Dangerous Defects

9.7%

Retest Rate

38.7%

2008

Based on 31 vehicles

71.0%Average

Nissan average: 81.2%

Dangerous Defects

10.0%

Retest Rate

35.0%

2007

Based on 74 vehicles

56.8%Below Average

Nissan average: 81.2%

Dangerous Defects

8.9%

Retest Rate

46.7%

2006

Based on 76 vehicles

60.5%Below Average

Nissan average: 81.2%

Dangerous Defects

8.9%

Retest Rate

28.9%

2005

Based on 92 vehicles

47.8%Poor

Nissan average: 81.2%

Dangerous Defects

6.0%

Retest Rate

32.0%

2004

Based on 70 vehicles

42.9%Poor

Nissan average: 81.2%

Dangerous Defects

10.5%

Retest Rate

47.4%

2003

Based on 47 vehicles

55.3%Below Average

Nissan average: 81.2%

Dangerous Defects

4.3%

Retest Rate

30.4%

2002

Based on 68 vehicles

75.0%Good

Nissan average: 81.2%

Dangerous Defects

4.8%

Retest Rate

14.3%

0

Based on 1,299 vehicles

68.3%Average

Nissan average: 81.2%

Mileage at 5yr

139k mi

Top MOT Failures — Nissan Interstar

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

Parking brake efficiency below minimum requirement

17.1%

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

13.4%

Nissan Interstar Common Faults & Repair Costs

Where Failures Occur

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

Rear Offside

9.6%

Rear Nearside

7.7%

Nearside

5.8%

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 Interstar

Nissan Interstar — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Nissan Interstar MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the Nissan Interstar?

The average MOT pass rate for the Nissan Interstar is 60.5% 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 Interstar?

The most common MOT failures on the Nissan Interstar are: Parking brake efficiency below minimum requirement (17.1%), 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 (13.4%). These are the components most likely to cause an MOT failure.

Is the Nissan Interstar reliable?

With an average MOT pass rate of 60.5%, the Nissan Interstar is rated as "Below Average" for reliability. This is around average — regular maintenance is recommended to avoid common failure points.

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

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 Interstar?

Typical mileage for the Nissan Interstar: 139,000 miles at 5 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used Interstar to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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