2007 Nissan Note — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 83,726 MOT tests analysed for the 2007 Nissan Note, the most common recorded failure areas were lighting & signalling, suspension and visibility. Its pass rate of 72.7% was in line with the average for superminis of a similar age (72.2%). Higher-mileage examples failed more often — 31.9% in the 150k+ group versus 14.8% in the 0-30k group.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lighting & signalling | 23.5% | 19,654 |
| 2 | Suspension | 16.6% | 13,925 |
| 3 | Visibility | 5.7% | 4,766 |
| 4 | Brakes | 5.5% | 4,644 |
| 5 | Tyres | 5.2% | 4,337 |
| 6 | Body, structure & corrosion | 3.3% | 2,740 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Headlamp aim | 10,782 |
| 2 | Headlamp | 6,974 |
| 3 | Position lamp | 6,371 |
| 4 | Stop lamp | 6,281 |
| 5 | Pins and bushes | 5,838 |
| 6 | Coil spring | 5,592 |
Top advisory categories
Advisories aren't failures, but they flag work likely needed soon — useful when budgeting.
| # | Category | % of tests with advisory | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Suspension | 36.2% | 30,279 |
| 2 | Tyres | 27.9% | 23,335 |
| 3 | Lighting & signalling | 21.9% | 18,303 |
| 4 | Brakes | 20.9% | 17,528 |
| 5 | Other defects | 10.7% | 8,969 |
| 6 | Emissions & environmental | 9.8% | 8,207 |
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 | 1,027 | 14.8% |
| 30-60k | 10,313 | 20.8% |
| 60-90k | 25,469 | 25.5% |
| 90-120k | 27,618 | 29.2% |
| 120-150k | 13,930 | 31.1% |
| 150k+ | 5,311 | 31.9% |
Failure rate by age
By fuel type
| Fuel | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| Petrol | 79,134 | 27.2% |
| Diesel | 4,592 | 30.8% |
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 19,126 | 26.8% |
| 2022 | 18,060 | 26.8% |
| 2023 | 17,061 | 27.7% |
| 2024 | 15,612 | 27.8% |
| 2025 | 13,867 | 27.9% |
What to check before buying a 2007 Note
Before buying a 2007 Nissan Note, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Lighting & signalling accounted for 23.5% of tests for this year.
- Lighting & signalling (23.5% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Suspension (16.6% of tests): Worn drop links, bushes, springs or shocks — listen for knocks over bumps and check for uneven tyre wear. Typical repair: £150–£450 per corner.
- Visibility (5.7% 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.
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 2007 Nissan Notes pass their MOT?
72.7% of the 83,726 2007 Nissan Note MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 27.4% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2007 Nissan Note?
Lighting & signalling, recorded in 23.5% of tests, followed by suspension (16.6%).
Does the 2007 Note get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 14.8% in the 0-30k band to 31.9% in the 150k+ band.
Methodology & source. Based on 83,726 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.