2010 Nissan Gt R — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 1,560 MOT tests analysed for the 2010 Nissan Gt R, the most common recorded failure areas were tyres, emissions & environmental and lighting & signalling. Its pass rate of 94.7% was above the average for cars of a similar age (76.9%).
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 1.9% | 30 |
| 2 | Emissions & environmental | 1.9% | 29 |
| 3 | Lighting & signalling | 1.8% | 28 |
| 4 | Visibility | 1.1% | 17 |
| 5 | Other defects | 1.0% | 15 |
| 6 | Brakes | 1.0% | 15 |
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 | 39 |
| 2 | Headlamp aim | 21 |
| 3 | Registration plates | 20 |
| 4 | Wipers | 14 |
| 5 | Tread depth | 11 |
| 6 | Position lamp | 10 |
Top advisory categories
Advisories aren't failures, but they flag work likely needed soon — useful when budgeting.
| # | Category | % of tests with advisory | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 9.7% | 151 |
| 2 | Brakes | 9.0% | 140 |
| 3 | Suspension | 6.8% | 106 |
| 4 | Other defects | 2.1% | 32 |
| 5 | Visibility | 1.7% | 26 |
| 6 | Lighting & signalling | 1.5% | 24 |
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 | 222 | 5.4% |
| 30-60k | 712 | 4.6% |
| 60-90k | 539 | 5.4% |
| 90-120k | 79 | 10.1% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 329 | 4.9% |
| 2022 | 307 | 6.2% |
| 2023 | 328 | 5.8% |
| 2024 | 292 | 5.1% |
| 2025 | 304 | 4.6% |
What to check before buying a 2010 Gt R
Before buying a 2010 Nissan Gt R, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Tyres accounted for 1.9% of tests for this year.
- Tyres (1.9% 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.
- Emissions & environmental (1.9% of tests): More common on older diesels (DPF/EGR) — can be expensive; check for warning lights and smoke. Typical repair: £100–£600.
- Lighting & signalling (1.8% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
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 2010 Nissan Gt Rs pass their MOT?
94.7% of the 1,560 2010 Nissan Gt R MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 5.3% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2010 Nissan Gt R?
Tyres, recorded in 1.9% of tests, followed by emissions & environmental (1.9%).
Does the 2010 Gt R get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 5.4% in the 0-30k band to 10.1% in the 90-120k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 1,560 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.