Nissan Note
Reliability, running costs, and MOT data across 14 years from 256,473 real MOT tests.
Avg Pass Rate
81%
Total Tests
256,473
Best Year
2018 (98%)
Years Covered
14
About the Nissan Note
The Nissan Note has been tested 256,473 times in 2026 MOT data across 14 model years (2006 to 2019), with an average pass rate of 81%. That's close to the national average of 82%. Available as diesel and petrol.
Best and Worst Years
The 2018 model is the most reliable with a 98% pass rate from 62 tests. The 2006 model has the lowest at 70%. With a 28 point spread, choosing the right year makes a big difference to reliability.
Reliability Trend
Newer NISSAN NOTEs show better MOT pass rates than older ones, with an average improvement of 13 percentage points.
Mileage Across Years
The oldest model in our data (2006) averages 105,489 miles, while the newest (2019) averages 39,991 miles. Older models have covered serious mileage, so suspension and drivetrain wear are worth checking.
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 Note by Year
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| Year | Pass Rate | Tests | Avg Mileage | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 98% | 43 | 39,991 mi | |
| 2018 | 98% | 62 | 40,813 mi | |
| 2017 | 89% | 7,657 | 42,760 mi | |
| 2016 | 89% | 16,078 | 45,984 mi | |
| 2015 | 86% | 22,450 | 55,402 mi | |
| 2014 | 83% | 34,283 | 63,474 mi | |
| 2013 | 79% | 20,222 | 70,202 mi | |
| 2012 | 76% | 20,521 | 76,223 mi | |
| 2011 | 75% | 20,258 | 83,533 mi | |
| 2010 | 74% | 24,367 | 89,800 mi | |
| 2009 | 73% | 26,137 | 93,247 mi | |
| 2008 | 72% | 27,120 | 98,188 mi | |
| 2007 | 72% | 21,313 | 101,557 mi | |
| 2006 | 70% | 15,962 | 105,489 mi |
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