2021 Nissan Qashqai N-Connecta Dig-T Mhev — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 3,871 MOT tests analysed for the 2021 Nissan Qashqai N-Connecta Dig-T Mhev, the most common recorded failure areas were tyres, brakes and visibility. Its pass rate of 91.7% was in line with the average for cars of a similar age (91.2%). Higher-mileage examples failed more often — 17.9% in the 60-90k group versus 6.5% in the 0-30k group.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 3.2% | 124 |
| 2 | Brakes | 3.0% | 115 |
| 3 | Visibility | 2.8% | 108 |
| 4 | Lighting & signalling | 2.0% | 77 |
| 5 | Seat belts & restraints | 0.8% | 29 |
| 6 | Steering | 0.4% | 15 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Brake pads | 114 |
| 2 | Headlamp aim | 109 |
| 3 | Wipers | 95 |
| 4 | Tread depth | 51 |
| 5 | Washers | 36 |
| 6 | Track rod end | 15 |
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 | 16.9% | 654 |
| 2 | Brakes | 13.4% | 518 |
| 3 | Other defects | 8.1% | 312 |
| 4 | Visibility | 2.6% | 99 |
| 5 | Suspension | 0.7% | 25 |
| 6 | Steering | 0.3% | 12 |
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 | 2,575 | 6.5% |
| 30-60k | 1,225 | 11.7% |
| 60-90k | 67 | 17.9% |
Failure rate by age
By fuel type
| Fuel | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| Hybrid | 3,629 | 8.3% |
| Petrol | 230 | 8.7% |
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 1,909 | 7.7% |
| 2025 | 1,959 | 9.0% |
What to check before buying a 2021 Qashqai N-Connecta Dig-T Mhev
Before buying a 2021 Nissan Qashqai N-Connecta Dig-T Mhev, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Tyres accounted for 3.2% of tests for this year.
- Tyres (3.2% 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.
- Brakes (3.0% 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.
- Visibility (2.8% 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 2021 Nissan Qashqai N-Connecta Dig-T Mhevs pass their MOT?
91.7% of the 3,871 2021 Nissan Qashqai N-Connecta Dig-T Mhev MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 8.3% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2021 Nissan Qashqai N-Connecta Dig-T Mhev?
Tyres, recorded in 3.2% of tests, followed by brakes (3.0%).
Does the 2021 Qashqai N-Connecta Dig-T Mhev get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 6.5% in the 0-30k band to 17.9% in the 60-90k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 3,871 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.