2013 Nissan Note MOT pass rate, common failures & what to check
In 2025, 63.6% of Nissan Notes first used in 2013 passed their MOT first time, against 65.8% for all cars first used in 2013. Across 35,385 Note first tests from 2023 to 2025, the most common failure areas were suspension, lamps and electrical equipment and tyres.
This page analyses first MOT tests for Nissan Notes first used in 2013 (all trims grouped): 2021 to 2025 for the pass-rate trend, and 2023 to 2025 for the failure and advisory analysis — plus what is worth checking before you buy one.
Data: DVSA anonymised MOT tests to December 2025 · Calculated by SortedCars · Updated October 2026
How the 2013 Nissan Note MOT pass rate has changed
Share of first tests passed in each year, Notes first used in 2013 against all cars first used in 2013 (any make or fuel; not adjusted for mileage, fuel or use). In 2025 the Note figure was 2.2 points lower.
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| Test year | 2013 Note | All cars first used 2013 | Note first tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 70.0% | 72.1% | 11,885 |
| 2022 | 69.0% | 70.3% | 11,797 |
| 2023 | 65.9% | 68.3% | 11,804 |
| 2024 | 64.5% | 66.8% | 11,806 |
| 2025 | 63.6% | 65.8% | 11,775 |
Common 2013 Nissan Note MOT failures
Share of the 12,506 failed first tests (2023–2025) with at least one failure in each area. A test can fail in more than one area, so the shares add up to more than 100%.
Most common failure items
| DVSA failure item | Share of failed first tests | Tests |
|---|---|---|
| Position lamp: not working | 18.8% | 2,354 |
| Coil spring: fractured or broken | 16.7% | 2,085 |
| Ball joint: excessively worn | 13.6% | 1,706 |
| Suspension arm pins and bushes: pin or bush excessively worn | 13.1% | 1,640 |
| Stop lamp: not working | 11.9% | 1,494 |
Item names are DVSA’s own wording. 2023–2025 combined.
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Typical repair costs for common MOT failures
Typical UK garage prices for the job, not for a Note in particular, and not a quote.
| Failure item | Typical job | Typical UK price | Usual range |
|---|---|---|---|
| Coil spring: fractured or broken | Coil spring replacement | £248 | £175–£400 |
| Ball joint: excessively worn | Ball joint replacement | £90 | £60–£150 |
| Suspension arm pins and bushes: pin or bush excessively worn | Suspension arm replacement | £150 | £120–£180 |
From published UK repair-cost guides, checked September 2026. Only jobs with a published typical price are shown.
What to check on a 2013 Nissan Note before buying
The three areas where failed first tests most often had a fault, 2023–2025.
- Suspension. Worth looking behind the front wheels with a torch at the coil springs, and listening for knocks over bumps on the test drive.
- Lamps and electrics. Ask someone to watch while you work the brake lights, indicators, sidelights, dipped and main beam, and the number-plate lamps.
- Tyres. Worth checking the tread depth across the whole width of each tyre, and the sidewalls for cuts, cracks and bulges.
Common 2013 Nissan Note MOT advisories
Advisories are points the tester noted that did not fail the car. Most common on 2013 Notes, as a share of all 35,385 first tests, 2023–2025.
| DVSA advisory item | Share of first tests | Tests |
|---|---|---|
| Tread depth: worn close to legal limit/worn on edge | 15.5% | 5,497 |
| Suspension arm pins and bushes: pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement | 14.5% | 5,126 |
| Tyre condition: slightly damaged/cracking or perishing | 10.8% | 3,810 |
| Brake discs: worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened | 9.7% | 3,423 |
| Coil spring: corroded | 8.2% | 2,891 |
Questions about the 2013 Nissan Note MOT
What is the MOT pass rate of a 2013 Nissan Note?
In 2025, 63.6% of Notes first used in 2013 passed their MOT first time, against 65.8% for all cars first used in 2013. A car fixed during the test counts as a fail.
What does a 2013 Note most often fail its MOT on?
Suspension (in 49.1% of failed first tests, 2023–2025), lamps and electrical equipment (44.8%) and tyres (15.9%). The single most common item was “Position lamp: not working” (18.8%).
How often does a 2013 Nissan Note fail its MOT?
In 2025, 36.4% of first tests on Notes first used in 2013 did not pass first time: 27.8% failed, and a further 8.5% had a fault fixed during the test (counted as a fail here). Across 2023–2025, 12,506 of 35,385 first tests did not pass first time.
What are the most common 2013 Nissan Note MOT advisories?
“Tread depth: worn close to legal limit/worn on edge” (on 15.5% of first tests, 2023–2025), “Suspension arm pins and bushes: pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement” (14.5%), “Tyre condition: slightly damaged/cracking or perishing” (10.8%), “Brake discs: worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened” (9.7%) and “Coil spring: corroded” (8.2%).
Is a 2013 Nissan Note reliable?
An MOT pass rate shows what failed at the test, not how reliable a car is. For this group of cars the first-time pass rate went from 70.0% in 2021 to 63.6% in 2025. For one particular car, its own MOT history matters more than the average.
Other cars first used in 2013
The most-tested cars from the same year. Each page uses the same method.
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