NISSAN LEAF (2021)
Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 14,453 real MOT tests in 2024.
MOT Pass Rate
94%
Total Tests (2024)
14,453
Avg Mileage
23,743 mi
Est. Annual Cost
£1,400
Is the 2021 NISSAN LEAF reliable?
Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. That's 12 points above the national average of 82%. It also outperforms the NISSAN brand average of 81%.
At 3 years old, 94% of NISSAN LEAFs from 2021 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 14,453 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 23,743 miles.
How does the 2021 NISSAN LEAF compare?
Mileage Analysis
The average 2021 NISSAN LEAF has 23,743 miles on the clock, which is in line with the expected 22,200 miles for a 3-year-old car, suggesting normal everyday use.
How much does a 2021 NISSAN LEAF cost to run?
Based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), current fuel prices, and repair likelihood from MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.
NISSAN LEAF by Year
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About the 2021 NISSAN LEAF
The 2021 NISSAN LEAF is a city car with a 0cc petrol engine. 14,453 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it one of the most commonly tested cars on UK roads. Among all cars from 2021, the average MOT pass rate is 92%, and this model beats that benchmark.
With an average of 23,743 miles at 3 years old, NISSAN LEAF owners drive about as much as the UK average.
2021 NISSAN LEAF Fuel Costs
The modest 0cc petrol engine keeps fuel costs low, which is a real advantage for a city car. Expect around 50 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £955 per year at current petrol prices of 142p per litre (based on 7,400 miles per year).
What does it cost to own a 2021 NISSAN LEAF?
Total estimated annual running cost is £1,400 (£117/month), broken down as £955 fuel, £190 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 LEAF Reliability Trend
Newer NISSAN LEAFs show better MOT pass rates than older ones, with an average improvement of 15 percentage points.
Buying a Used 2021 NISSAN LEAF
At 3 years old, this is still relatively fresh. You may find examples with remaining manufacturer warranty. Depreciation is slowing but hasn't bottomed out yet. With 14,453 MOT tests in our data, there's strong statistical confidence in these figures.
Alternatives to the 2021 NISSAN LEAF
The NISSAN LEAF is actually the most reliable option among similar petrol city cars from this era. Here are comparable petrol cars with similar engines:
- TESLA MODEL S (2019) 89% pass rate (-5%) from 1,518 tests