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NISSAN LEAF (2022)

Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 509 real MOT tests in 2024.

MOT Pass Rate

94%

Total Tests (2024)

509

Avg Mileage

22,723 mi

Est. Annual Cost

£1,400

Is the 2022 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 2 years old, 94% of NISSAN LEAFs from 2022 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 509 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 22,723 miles.

How does the 2022 NISSAN LEAF compare?

Rank among all 2022 cars594th out of 1,059(top 56%)
Rank among all NISSAN models73th out of 660(top 11%)
vs national average+12% (82% avg)
vs 2022 cars average+0% (94% avg)
vs NISSAN average+13% (81% avg)

Mileage Analysis

The average 2022 NISSAN LEAF has 22,723 miles on the clock, which is well above the expected 14,800 miles for a 2-year-old car. Check service history carefully, as high-mileage cars need consistent maintenance to stay reliable.

Best year to buy a NISSAN LEAF?

The most reliable year is the 2021 model with a 94% MOT pass rate, while the 2013 model has the lowest at 72%. The 2022 sits between the two at 94%.

How much does a 2022 NISSAN LEAF cost to run?

Fuel (Petrol, 0cc)
£955
🏛️Road Tax
£190
🔧MOT Test
£55
🛠️Predicted Repairs
£200
Total per year£1,400
Per month£117/mo

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

YearPass RateTestsAvg Mileage
202392%5221,206 mi
202294%50922,723 mi
202194%14,45323,743 mi
202092%14,32231,908 mi
201990%8,05042,255 mi
201889%8,12951,702 mi
201785%8,12950,339 mi
201680%6,80159,156 mi
201578%7,22758,723 mi
201474%5,54665,986 mi
201372%2,28469,990 mi
201274%80759,543 mi
201177%81163,108 mi

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About the 2022 NISSAN LEAF

The 2022 NISSAN LEAF is a city car with a 0cc petrol engine. 509 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a less common model in the UK market. Among all cars from 2022, the average MOT pass rate is 94%, and this model falls short of that benchmark.

With an average of 22,723 miles at 2 years old, NISSAN LEAF owners cover more miles than the average driver. High-mileage examples should be checked carefully for wear on suspension, brakes, and drivetrain components.

2022 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 2022 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.