Nissan Leaf: tyres MOT failures
Tyres was a recorded failure area in 5.5% of Nissan Leaf MOT tests in this dataset. It is most prominent on 2013, 2014 cars.
Usually a quick, known-cost fix, but check tread, age and uneven wear (which can hint at alignment or suspension issues). Typical repair cost: £50–£120 per tyre (rough UK ballpark, not a quote).
Tyres failures by year
| Model year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2011 | 2,794 | 4.7% |
| 2013 | 8,274 | 6.3% |
| 2014 | 19,545 | 6.6% |
Methodology & source. 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.