Nissan Interstar
Reliability, estimated running costs, and MOT data across 7 model years from 367 MOT tests in 2024.
Avg Pass Rate
70%
Total Tests
367
Model Years
2002 to 2009
Years Covered
7
About the Nissan Interstar
The Nissan Interstar was MOT tested 367 times in 2024 (DVSA data, retests included) across 7 model years (2002 to 2009), with an average pass rate of 70%. That's 12 points below the average of 82% across all models in our data, so check the year-by-year data carefully before buying. Our records list diesel versions.
Mileage Across Years
The oldest model in our data (2002) averages 117,431 miles, while the newest (2009) averages 146,823 miles. Older models have covered serious mileage, so suspension and drivetrain wear are worth checking.
Compared to the Nissan brand average of 81%, the Interstar is 11 points lower, placing it among the less reliable Nissan models.
Estimated Running Costs
Higher due to low pass rate
Based on 7,400 miles/year, average pump prices of 174.57p petrol and 199.33p diesel (GOV.UK weekly road fuel prices, week of 19 October 2026), and MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.
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Nissan Interstar by Year
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Questions about the Nissan Interstar
Is the Nissan Interstar reliable?
Across its 7 model years in our data (2002 to 2009), the Nissan Interstar averages a 70% MOT pass rate, from 367 tests (DVSA MOT data for tests in 2024, retests included). That's 12 points below the average of 82% across all models in the same data.
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