Nissan Cube (2013)

Estimated running costs and MOT pass rates from 348 MOT tests in 2024.

Annual Cost

£1,928

£161/month

MOT Pass Rate

94%

Excellent

Road Tax

£275

Estimated/year

Est. Insurance

Grp 12-25

1598cc Petrol

Great Choice

94% pass rate, £1,928/year to run. 12 points above average.

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Petrol1598cc13 years old348 tests62k miles avg

Annual Running Costs

Fuel (Petrol, 1598cc)

~42 mpg

£1,398

Road Tax

Estimated CO2 band

£275

MOT Test

£55

Predicted Repairs

Low estimate due to excellent reliability

£200

Total per year£1,928

Per month£161/mo

Per week£37/wk

Estimates based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), petrol at 174.57p a litre (GOV.UK weekly average, week of 19 October 2026), GOV.UK road tax rates and repair likelihood from MOT data. Insurance not included.

Reliability Verdict

94% MOT pass rate(Excellent)

0%All-model avg: 82%100%

Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. That's 12 points above the average of 82% across all models in our data. It also outperforms the Nissan brand average of 81%.

94% of MOT tests on Nissan Cubes from 2013 ended in a pass in 2024, when they were about 11 years old. That's based on 348 tests across the UK, retests included. The average mileage recorded at those tests was 62,032 miles.

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How Does It Compare?

Rank among 2013 models69th of 588(top 12%)

Rank among Nissan models75th of 635(top 12%)

vs average of all models+12%(82% avg)

vs 2013 models average+14%(80% avg)

vs Nissan average+13%(81% avg)

Mileage Analysis

62,032

Average miles

81,400

Expected for age

The average 2013 Nissan Cube had 62,032 miles on the clock at its 2024 MOT, which is below the expected 81,400 miles for a 11-year-old car. This suggests lighter use than average, which generally means less wear on major components.

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Nissan Cube by Year

Year	Pass Rate	Tests	Avg Mileage
2021	80%	91	76,159 mi
2020	75%	158	94,977 mi
2019	79%	224	91,872 mi
2018	81%	134	96,741 mi
2017	76%	156	115,827 mi
2016	75%	159	113,046 mi
2015	81%	134	116,515 mi
2014	77%	116	95,370 mi
2013	94%	348	62,032 mi
2012	93%	284	52,088 mi
2011	84%	383	77,818 mi
2010	77%	1,885	84,968 mi
2009	84%	419	85,660 mi
2008	81%	493	82,333 mi
2007	85%	479	81,918 mi
2006	80%	173	97,133 mi
2005	84%	167	103,851 mi
2004	80%	166	113,982 mi
2003	82%	130	94,660 mi
2002	69%	32	168,122 mi

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Nissan Qashqai

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About the 2013 Nissan Cube

The 2013 Nissan Cube is a small family car. Our records list a 1598cc petrol engine, though engines vary between versions. 348 MOT tests were recorded on this model in 2024, making it a less common model in the UK market. It ranks in the top 12% of all 2013 models for MOT pass rate.

With an average of 62,032 miles recorded at its 2024 MOT tests, Nissan Cube owners tend to use this car less than the typical driver.

2013 Nissan Cube Fuel Costs

The 1598cc petrol engine offers a reasonable balance between performance and economy. Expect around 42 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £1,398 per year with petrol at 174.57p per litre (GOV.UK weekly average, week of 19 October 2026; based on 7,400 miles per year).

What does it cost to own a 2013 Nissan Cube?

Total estimated annual running cost is £1,928 (£161/month), broken down as £1,398 fuel, £275 road tax, £55 MOT, and £200 predicted repairs. The low repair estimate reflects the excellent 94% pass rate. These cars rarely fail their MOT, so unexpected bills are less likely.

Nissan Cube Reliability Trend

The Nissan Cube has maintained consistent MOT pass rates across model years, varying by only 1 percentage point.

Buying a Used 2013 Nissan Cube

At 13 years old, the Nissan Cube is firmly in budget territory. Purchase prices are low, but check for rust, worn suspension bushes, and electrical gremlins. A full service history is especially valuable at this age.

Common Issues to Watch For

These are typical issues for cars of this age, fuel type and engine size, not faults recorded on this model's MOT tests. Use them as a checklist when you view one.

Rust and Corrosion

Watch out

At 10+ years, check wheel arches, sills, subframe, and brake lines for rust. Structural corrosion is an MOT failure. Prevention is far cheaper than repair.

Suspension Bushings

Watch out

Rubber suspension bushes harden and crack with age, causing knocking noises and vague handling. A full refresh costs £300-£800 depending on the car.

Service History

Low risk

Always request a full service history. Regular servicing is the single best indicator of how well a car has been maintained, regardless of mileage.

Running Costs Compared

How the 2013 Nissan Cube stacks up against similar cars for estimated annual running costs, insurance group, and tax.

Car	Pass Rate	Fuel/yr	Tax/yr	Est. Ins. Group	Total/yr
Nissan Cube(2013)	94%	£1,398	£275	Grp 12-25	£1,928
Vauxhall Corsa(2015)	78%	£1,398	£200	Grp 8-20	£2,153+£225
Ford Focus(2013)	78%	£1,398	£275	Grp 12-25	£2,228+£300
Nissan Qashqai(2015)	81%	£1,398	£200	Grp 8-20	£2,003+£75
Volkswagen Polo(2015)	82%	£1,175	£170	Grp 5-15	£1,750-£178

Estimates based on 7,400 miles/year, GOV.UK average pump prices for the week of 19 October 2026, GOV.UK road tax rates and MOT data. Insurance groups are our rough estimate from engine size, not official groups. Actual costs vary by driver, location, and usage.

Questions about the 2013 Nissan Cube

Is the 2013 Nissan Cube reliable?

Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. 94% of MOT tests on 2013 Nissan Cubes ended in a pass, from 348 tests (DVSA MOT data for tests in 2024, retests included). That's 12 points above the average of 82% across all models in the same data.

How much does a 2013 Nissan Cube cost to run?

Our estimate is £1,928 a year (£161 a month): £1,398 fuel, £275 road tax, £55 MOT and £200 predicted repairs, based on 7,400 miles a year. Insurance is not included.

What is the MOT pass rate for a 2013 Nissan Cube?

94% of 348 MOT tests on the 2013 Nissan Cube ended in a pass (DVSA MOT data for tests in 2024, retests included). That ranks it 69th of 588 models first registered in 2013 (top 12%).

Which year Nissan Cube has the best MOT pass rate?

Of the years with at least 100 tests, the 2013 Nissan Cube has the highest MOT pass rate at 94% and the 2020 the lowest at 75%. Newer cars usually pass more often simply because they are younger and have done fewer miles.

What is the average mileage for a 2013 Nissan Cube?

The average mileage recorded at MOT tests on the 2013 Nissan Cube is 62,032 miles, which is below the expected 81,400 miles for a 11-year-old car. This suggests lighter use than average, which generally means less wear on major components.