2014 Nissan Gt R — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 751 MOT tests analysed for the 2014 Nissan Gt R, the most common recorded failure areas were tyres, lighting & signalling and emissions & environmental. Its pass rate of 95.5% was above the average for cars of a similar age (82.6%). Higher-mileage examples failed more often — 8.5% in the 60-90k group versus 2.7% in the 0-30k group.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 2.4% | 18 |
| 2 | Lighting & signalling | 1.3% | 10 |
| 3 | Emissions & environmental | 1.2% | 9 |
| 4 | Visibility | 0.9% | 7 |
| 5 | Other defects | 0.5% | 4 |
| 6 | Suspension | 0.3% | 2 |
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 | 13 |
| 2 | Wipers | 9 |
| 3 | Tread depth | 6 |
| 4 | Tyre pressure monitoring system | 6 |
| 5 | Registration plates | 6 |
| 6 | Headlamp aim | 4 |
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 | 7.5% | 56 |
| 2 | Brakes | 5.9% | 44 |
| 3 | Suspension | 4.1% | 31 |
| 4 | Other defects | 1.3% | 10 |
| 5 | Visibility | 1.3% | 10 |
| 6 | Body, structure & corrosion | 1.2% | 9 |
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 | 220 | 2.7% |
| 30-60k | 432 | 4.2% |
| 60-90k | 82 | 8.5% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 162 | 8.0% |
| 2022 | 147 | 1.4% |
| 2023 | 147 | 2.7% |
| 2024 | 150 | 6.7% |
| 2025 | 145 | 3.5% |
What to check before buying a 2014 Gt R
Before buying a 2014 Nissan Gt R, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Tyres accounted for 2.4% of tests for this year.
- Tyres (2.4% 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.
- Lighting & signalling (1.3% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Emissions & environmental (1.2% of tests): More common on older diesels (DPF/EGR) — can be expensive; check for warning lights and smoke. Typical repair: £100–£600.
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 2014 Nissan Gt Rs pass their MOT?
95.5% of the 751 2014 Nissan Gt R MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 4.5% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2014 Nissan Gt R?
Tyres, recorded in 2.4% of tests, followed by lighting & signalling (1.3%).
Does the 2014 Gt R get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 2.7% in the 0-30k band to 8.5% in the 60-90k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 751 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.