Nissan X Trail: suspension MOT failures
Suspension was a recorded failure area in 9.9% of Nissan X Trail MOT tests in this dataset. It is most prominent on 2004, 2006 cars.
Worn drop links, bushes, springs or shocks — listen for knocks over bumps and check for uneven tyre wear. Typical repair cost: £150–£450 per corner (rough UK ballpark, not a quote).
Suspension failures by year
| Model year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2003 | 10,810 | 18.3% |
| 2004 | 19,010 | 18.6% |
| 2005 | 29,032 | 18.3% |
| 2006 | 34,347 | 19.5% |
| 2007 | 28,968 | 18.4% |
| 2008 | 22,040 | 17.6% |
| 2009 | 13,609 | 17.2% |
| 2010 | 9,694 | 18.3% |
| 2011 | 14,127 | 17.2% |
| 2012 | 11,107 | 15.5% |
| 2018 | 50,297 | 1.9% |
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.