2014 Nissan X-Trail MOT pass rate, common failures & what to check
In 2025, 62.6% of Nissan X-Trails first used in 2014 passed their MOT first time, against 68.6% for all cars first used in 2014. Across 11,525 X-Trail first tests from 2023 to 2025, the most common failure areas were suspension, brakes and lamps and electrical equipment.
This page analyses first MOT tests for Nissan X-Trails first used in 2014 (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 2014 Nissan X-Trail MOT pass rate has changed
Share of first tests passed in each year, X-Trails first used in 2014 against all cars first used in 2014 (any make or fuel; not adjusted for mileage, fuel or use). In 2025 the X-Trail figure was 6.0 points lower.
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| Test year | 2014 X-Trail | All cars first used 2014 | X-Trail first tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 77.0% | 76.3% | 3,882 |
| 2022 | 72.9% | 74.1% | 3,889 |
| 2023 | 69.1% | 71.7% | 3,884 |
| 2024 | 63.9% | 69.9% | 3,842 |
| 2025 | 62.6% | 68.6% | 3,799 |
Common 2014 Nissan X-Trail MOT failures
Share of the 4,005 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Ball joint: excessively worn | 33.8% | 1,355 |
| Track rod end: ball joint has excessive play | 15.0% | 601 |
| Brake pads: less than 1.5 mm thick | 11.9% | 478 |
| Suspension arm pins and bushes: pin or bush excessively worn | 10.5% | 422 |
| Tread depth: below requirements of 1.6mm | 8.1% | 323 |
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 an X-Trail in particular, and not a quote.
| Failure item | Typical job | Typical UK price | Usual range |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 2014 Nissan X-Trail 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.
- Brakes. Worth looking at the discs and pads through the wheel spokes for scoring and a worn lip, and noticing on the test drive whether the car pulls to one side or the pedal feels long.
- Lamps and electrics. Ask someone to watch while you work the brake lights, indicators, sidelights, dipped and main beam, and the number-plate lamps.
Common 2014 Nissan X-Trail MOT advisories
Advisories are points the tester noted that did not fail the car. Most common on 2014 X-Trails, as a share of all 11,525 first tests, 2023–2025.
| DVSA advisory item | Share of first tests | Tests |
|---|---|---|
| Tread depth: worn close to legal limit/worn on edge | 17.8% | 2,053 |
| Brake pads: wearing thin | 15.3% | 1,759 |
| Suspension arm pins and bushes: pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement | 12.8% | 1,470 |
| Brake discs: worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened | 11.9% | 1,374 |
| Suspension arm: corroded but not seriously weakened | 9.5% | 1,095 |
Questions about the 2014 Nissan X-Trail MOT
What is the MOT pass rate of a 2014 Nissan X-Trail?
In 2025, 62.6% of X-Trails first used in 2014 passed their MOT first time, against 68.6% for all cars first used in 2014. A car fixed during the test counts as a fail.
What does a 2014 X-Trail most often fail its MOT on?
Suspension (in 54.0% of failed first tests, 2023–2025), brakes (23.5%) and lamps and electrical equipment (19.9%). The single most common item was “Ball joint: excessively worn” (33.8%).
How often does a 2014 Nissan X-Trail fail its MOT?
In 2025, 37.4% of first tests on X-Trails first used in 2014 did not pass first time: 34.4% failed, and a further 3.0% had a fault fixed during the test (counted as a fail here). Across 2023–2025, 4,005 of 11,525 first tests did not pass first time.
What are the most common 2014 Nissan X-Trail MOT advisories?
“Tread depth: worn close to legal limit/worn on edge” (on 17.8% of first tests, 2023–2025), “Brake pads: wearing thin” (15.3%), “Suspension arm pins and bushes: pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement” (12.8%), “Brake discs: worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened” (11.9%) and “Suspension arm: corroded but not seriously weakened” (9.5%).
Is a 2014 Nissan X-Trail 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 77.0% in 2021 to 62.6% in 2025. For one particular car, its own MOT history matters more than the average.
Other cars first used in 2014
The most-tested cars from the same year. Each page uses the same method.
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