2007 Nissan Primastar — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 10,240 MOT tests analysed for the 2007 Nissan Primastar, the most common recorded failure areas were lighting & signalling, suspension and brakes. Its pass rate of 68.2% was below the average for cars of a similar age (74.7%).
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lighting & signalling | 20.5% | 2,103 |
| 2 | Suspension | 18.4% | 1,880 |
| 3 | Brakes | 15.8% | 1,617 |
| 4 | Steering | 9.8% | 1,005 |
| 5 | Visibility | 7.3% | 745 |
| 6 | Body, structure & corrosion | 5.8% | 597 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Track rod end | 1,045 |
| 2 | Ball joint | 990 |
| 3 | Position lamp | 801 |
| 4 | Rbt (sp) | 751 |
| 5 | Rigid brake pipes | 699 |
| 6 | Stop lamp | 643 |
Top advisory categories
Advisories aren't failures, but they flag work likely needed soon — useful when budgeting.
| # | Category | % of tests with advisory | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Brakes | 41.0% | 4,200 |
| 2 | Suspension | 32.0% | 3,280 |
| 3 | Tyres | 25.3% | 2,592 |
| 4 | Emissions & environmental | 22.9% | 2,345 |
| 5 | Other defects | 17.7% | 1,814 |
| 6 | Lighting & signalling | 12.5% | 1,280 |
Failure rate by mileage
Higher-mileage cars tend to fail more — often the most useful guide to real condition.
| Mileage band | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 30-60k | 187 | 28.9% |
| 60-90k | 909 | 28.8% |
| 90-120k | 1,977 | 30.2% |
| 120-150k | 2,684 | 32.1% |
| 150k+ | 4,450 | 33.0% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 2,508 | 31.5% |
| 2022 | 2,344 | 31.9% |
| 2023 | 2,090 | 31.5% |
| 2024 | 1,819 | 33.0% |
| 2025 | 1,479 | 30.9% |
What to check before buying a 2007 Primastar
Before buying a 2007 Nissan Primastar, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Lighting & signalling accounted for 20.5% of tests for this year.
- Lighting & signalling (20.5% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Suspension (18.4% 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.
- Brakes (15.8% of tests): Pads/discs are routine wear; binding, imbalance or corroded pipes are more serious — test for pulling under braking. Typical repair: £100–£350 per axle.
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 Primastars pass their MOT?
68.2% of the 10,240 2007 Nissan Primastar MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 31.8% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2007 Nissan Primastar?
Lighting & signalling, recorded in 20.5% of tests, followed by suspension (18.4%).
Does the 2007 Primastar get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 28.9% in the 30-60k band to 33.0% in the 150k+ band.
Methodology & source. Based on 10,240 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.