Nissan 350 z
Reliability, running costs, and MOT data across 19 years from 10,622 real MOT tests.
Avg Pass Rate
87%
Total Tests
10,622
Best Year
2012 (96%)
Years Covered
19
About the Nissan 350 z
The Nissan 350 z has been tested 10,622 times in 2026 MOT data across 19 model years (2002 to 2020), with an average pass rate of 87%. That's slightly above the national average of 82%. Available as petrol.
Best and Worst Years
The 2012 model is the most reliable with a 96% pass rate from 50 tests. The 2004 model has the lowest at 78%. With a 18 point spread, choosing the right year makes a big difference to reliability.
Reliability Trend
Newer NISSAN 350 Zs show better MOT pass rates than older ones, with an average improvement of 10 percentage points.
Mileage Across Years
The oldest model in our data (2002) averages 100,075 miles, while the newest (2020) averages 31,840 miles. Older models have covered serious mileage, so suspension and drivetrain wear are worth checking.
Compared to the Nissan brand average of 81%, the 350 z performs 6 points better, making it one of the more reliable options in the Nissan range.
Estimated Running Costs
Based on 7,400 miles/year, current fuel prices, and MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.
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Nissan 350 z by Year
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| Year | Pass Rate | Tests | Avg Mileage | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 95% | 37 | 31,840 mi | |
| 2019 | 95% | 60 | 28,568 mi | |
| 2018 | 90% | 166 | 29,472 mi | |
| 2017 | 90% | 168 | 32,025 mi | |
| 2016 | 88% | 278 | 41,549 mi | |
| 2015 | 93% | 212 | 44,100 mi | |
| 2014 | 90% | 144 | 42,336 mi | |
| 2013 | 92% | 135 | 53,849 mi | |
| 2012 | 96% | 50 | 60,352 mi | |
| 2011 | 87% | 30 | 69,162 mi | |
| 2010 | 82% | 38 | 77,199 mi | |
| 2009 | 88% | 380 | 74,747 mi | |
| 2008 | 80% | 760 | 83,449 mi | |
| 2007 | 83% | 1,305 | 86,152 mi | |
| 2006 | 79% | 1,653 | 88,278 mi | |
| 2005 | 82% | 2,401 | 87,497 mi | |
| 2004 | 78% | 2,083 | 98,243 mi | |
| 2003 | 81% | 683 | 98,315 mi | |
| 2002 | 92% | 39 | 100,075 mi |
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