2009 Nissan Gt R — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 3,256 MOT tests analysed for the 2009 Nissan Gt R, the most common recorded failure areas were emissions & environmental, lighting & signalling and tyres. Its pass rate of 94.9% was above the average for cars of a similar age (75.9%). Higher-mileage examples failed more often — 11.8% in the 90-120k group versus 4.7% in the 0-30k group.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Emissions & environmental | 2.0% | 64 |
| 2 | Lighting & signalling | 1.9% | 63 |
| 3 | Tyres | 1.3% | 41 |
| 4 | Visibility | 1.3% | 41 |
| 5 | Brakes | 1.0% | 34 |
| 6 | Suspension | 0.9% | 28 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Catalyst emissions | 76 |
| 2 | Position lamp | 36 |
| 3 | Washers | 32 |
| 4 | Headlamp aim | 32 |
| 5 | Registration plates | 28 |
| 6 | Catalytic converter | 25 |
Top advisory categories
Advisories aren't failures, but they flag work likely needed soon — useful when budgeting.
| # | Category | % of tests with advisory | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Brakes | 9.4% | 305 |
| 2 | Tyres | 8.6% | 280 |
| 3 | Suspension | 6.1% | 199 |
| 4 | Other defects | 1.4% | 45 |
| 5 | Body, structure & corrosion | 1.4% | 44 |
| 6 | Lighting & signalling | 1.2% | 39 |
Failure rate by mileage
Higher-mileage cars tend to fail more — often the most useful guide to real condition.
| Mileage band | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 0-30k | 617 | 4.7% |
| 30-60k | 1,516 | 4.3% |
| 60-90k | 955 | 5.3% |
| 90-120k | 136 | 11.8% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 698 | 5.7% |
| 2022 | 673 | 6.8% |
| 2023 | 662 | 4.8% |
| 2024 | 609 | 3.9% |
| 2025 | 614 | 3.9% |
What to check before buying a 2009 Gt R
Before buying a 2009 Nissan Gt R, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Emissions & environmental accounted for 2.0% of tests for this year.
- Emissions & environmental (2.0% of tests): More common on older diesels (DPF/EGR) — can be expensive; check for warning lights and smoke. Typical repair: £100–£600.
- Lighting & signalling (1.9% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Tyres (1.3% of tests): Usually a quick, known-cost fix, but check tread, age and uneven wear (which can hint at alignment or suspension issues). Typical repair: £50–£120 per tyre.
Repair costs are rough UK ballpark ranges to set expectations, not quotes — actual prices vary widely by car, parts and garage.
Frequently asked questions
How many 2009 Nissan Gt Rs pass their MOT?
94.9% of the 3,256 2009 Nissan Gt R MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 5.1% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2009 Nissan Gt R?
Emissions & environmental, recorded in 2.0% of tests, followed by lighting & signalling (1.9%).
Does the 2009 Gt R get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 4.7% in the 0-30k band to 11.8% in the 90-120k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 3,256 MOT tests. Dataset: DVSA MOT testing data (2021,2022,2023,2024,2025). Data last updated 2026-07-01. Figures reflect MOT-testable defects only — read the methodology for how these are calculated and what they don't measure.