2021 Nissan Juke N-Connecta Dig-T — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 11,204 MOT tests analysed for the 2021 Nissan Juke N-Connecta Dig-T, the most common recorded failure areas were visibility, tyres and lighting & signalling. Its pass rate of 92.7% was above the average for cars of a similar age (91.2%). Higher-mileage examples failed more often — 13.4% in the 60-90k group versus 6.0% in the 0-30k group.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Visibility | 5.0% | 556 |
| 2 | Tyres | 2.9% | 321 |
| 3 | Lighting & signalling | 1.5% | 171 |
| 4 | Brakes | 1.2% | 136 |
| 5 | Seat belts & restraints | 0.5% | 59 |
| 6 | Suspension | 0.4% | 50 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Wipers | 632 |
| 2 | Headlamp aim | 174 |
| 3 | Tread depth | 131 |
| 4 | Brake pads | 129 |
| 5 | Washers | 65 |
| 6 | Pins and bushes | 27 |
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 | 18.6% | 2,087 |
| 2 | Brakes | 9.8% | 1,096 |
| 3 | Other defects | 5.3% | 599 |
| 4 | Visibility | 3.1% | 351 |
| 5 | Suspension | 1.7% | 186 |
| 6 | Seat belts & restraints | 0.6% | 71 |
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 | 7,929 | 6.0% |
| 30-60k | 3,153 | 10.3% |
| 60-90k | 112 | 13.4% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 252 | 4.0% |
| 2024 | 5,448 | 6.2% |
| 2025 | 5,501 | 8.5% |
What to check before buying a 2021 Juke N-Connecta Dig-T
Before buying a 2021 Nissan Juke N-Connecta Dig-T, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Visibility accounted for 5.0% of tests for this year.
- Visibility (5.0% of tests): Wipers, washers, mirrors and screen damage — usually inexpensive, but check for chips in the driver's line of sight. Typical repair: £15–£150.
- Tyres (2.9% 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.
- Lighting & signalling (1.5% 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 2021 Nissan Juke N-Connecta Dig-Ts pass their MOT?
92.7% of the 11,204 2021 Nissan Juke N-Connecta Dig-T MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 7.3% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2021 Nissan Juke N-Connecta Dig-T?
Visibility, recorded in 5.0% of tests, followed by tyres (2.9%).
Does the 2021 Juke N-Connecta Dig-T get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 6.0% in the 0-30k band to 13.4% in the 60-90k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 11,204 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.