Nissan Serena (2024)

Estimated running costs and MOT pass rates from 31 MOT tests in 2024.

Annual Cost

£2,086

£174/month

MOT Pass Rate

94%

Excellent

Road Tax

£200

Standard rate/year

Est. Insurance

Grp 18-32

1997cc Hybrid

Great Choice

94% pass rate, £2,086/year to run. 12 points above average.

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Hybrid1997cc2 years old31 tests63k miles avg

Annual Running Costs

Fuel (Hybrid, 1997cc)

~36 mpg (petrol-engine estimate; hybrids usually use less)

£1,631

Road Tax

Standard rate (from April 2017)

£200

MOT Test

£55

Predicted Repairs

Low estimate due to excellent reliability

£200

Total per year£2,086

Per month£174/mo

Per week£40/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. Cars registered from April 2017 pay the £200 standard rate, plus £440 a year for five years (from the second year) if they cost over £40,000 new (over £50,000 for electric cars).

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 Serenas from 2024 ended in a pass in 2024, when they were under a year old. That's based on 31 tests across the UK, retests included. The average mileage recorded at those tests was 62,927 miles.

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How Does It Compare?

Rank among 2024 models36th of 39(bottom 11%)

Rank among Nissan models87th of 635(top 14%)

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

vs 2024 models average-4%(98% avg)

vs Nissan average+13%(81% avg)

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Best Year to Buy?

Of the years with at least 100 tests, the 2013 model has the highest MOT pass rate at 94%, while the 2006 model has the lowest at 78%. The 2024 scores 94%, but cars from 2024 weren't due their first routine MOT until 2027, so its figure isn't compared here. Newer cars usually pass more often simply because they are younger, so compare years of a similar age.

Nissan Serena by Year

Year	Pass Rate	Tests	Avg Mileage
2024	94%	31	62,927 mi
2021	78%	188	90,206 mi
2020	85%	159	90,524 mi
2019	89%	263	99,774 mi
2018	84%	334	69,297 mi
2017	89%	364	75,853 mi
2016	90%	208	78,845 mi
2015	90%	262	84,995 mi
2014	90%	519	73,359 mi
2013	94%	1,275	70,695 mi
2012	89%	779	72,979 mi
2011	89%	443	76,726 mi
2010	84%	563	78,267 mi
2009	86%	376	76,005 mi
2008	86%	352	87,771 mi
2007	81%	247	103,672 mi
2006	78%	125	110,825 mi
2005	78%	65	116,815 mi
2004	80%	35	100,029 mi
1999	74%	38	98,386 mi
1997	67%	30	103,215 mi
1995	56%	36	112,824 mi

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About the 2024 Nissan Serena

The 2024 Nissan Serena is a family car. Our records list a 1997cc hybrid engine, though engines vary between versions. 31 MOT tests were recorded on this model in 2024, making it a rare model on UK roads. It sits in the bottom 11% of 2024 models for MOT pass rate.

2024 Nissan Serena Fuel Costs

The 1997cc hybrid engine offers a reasonable balance between performance and economy. Our estimate uses around 36 mpg, the figure for a petrol engine of this size, which works out to roughly £1,631 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). As a hybrid it should use less than that, and real-world fuel costs depend a lot on how much electric-only driving you do.

What does it cost to own a 2024 Nissan Serena?

Total estimated annual running cost is £2,086 (£174/month), broken down as £1,631 fuel, £200 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 Serena Reliability Trend

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

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.

Hybrid Battery Health

Low risk

After 2 years, hybrid battery capacity may have reduced. A full replacement costs £2,000-£4,000, though reconditioning is cheaper at £500-£1,500.

Inverter and Power Electronics

Low risk

The inverter converts DC to AC for the electric motor. Failures are expensive (£1,500+) but relatively rare. Listen for unusual buzzing sounds.

Regenerative Braking

Low risk

Brake discs can corrode from reduced use (the electric motor handles most braking). Surface rust is normal but deep pitting needs attention.

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 2024 Nissan Serena 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 Serena(2024)	94%	£1,631	£200	Grp 18-32	£2,086
Toyota Corolla Icon HEV CVT(2023)	96%	£1,631	£200	Grp 18-32	£2,086same
Toyota Prius(2024)	98%	£1,631	£200	Grp 18-32	£2,086same
Toyota C-HR(2022)	97%	£1,631	£200	Grp 18-32	£2,086same
Kia Niro(2022)	91%	£1,398	£200	Grp 12-25	£1,853-£233

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 2024 Nissan Serena

Is the 2024 Nissan Serena reliable?

Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. 94% of MOT tests on 2024 Nissan Serenas ended in a pass, from 31 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 2024 Nissan Serena cost to run?

Our estimate is £2,086 a year (£174 a month): £1,631 fuel, £200 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 2024 Nissan Serena?

94% of 31 MOT tests on the 2024 Nissan Serena ended in a pass (DVSA MOT data for tests in 2024, retests included). That ranks it 36th of 39 models first registered in 2024 (bottom 11%).

Which year Nissan Serena has the best MOT pass rate?

Of the years with at least 100 tests, the 2013 Nissan Serena has the highest MOT pass rate at 94% and the 2006 the lowest at 78%. Newer cars usually pass more often simply because they are younger and have done fewer miles.