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NISSAN X-TRAIL (2019)

Running costs, reliability data, and common problems from 10,437 real MOT tests.

Annual Cost

£1,927

£161/month

MOT Pass Rate

89%

Good

Road Tax

£195

Flat rate/year

Insurance

Grp 18-32

1618cc Petrol

Solid Option

89% pass rate, £1927/year to run. 7 points above average.

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Petrol1618cc7 years old10,437 tests40k miles avg

Annual Running Costs

Fuel (Petrol, 1618cc)

~36 mpg

£1,327
Road Tax

Flat rate (post-2017)

£195
MOT Test
£55
Predicted Repairs
£350
Total per year£1,927
Per month£161/mo
Per week£37/wk

Based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), current fuel prices, and repair likelihood from MOT data. Insurance not included.

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Reliability Verdict

89% MOT pass rate(Good)
0%National avg: 82%100%

Good reliability. Occasional issues but generally solid. That's 7 points above the national average of 82%. It also outperforms the NISSAN brand average of 81%.

At 7 years old, 89% of NISSAN X-TRAILs from 2019 passed their MOT first time in 2026. That's based on 10,437 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 39,951 miles.

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How Does It Compare?

Rank among 2019 cars921th of 1,419(top 65%)
Rank among NISSAN models176th of 660(top 27%)
vs national average+7%(82% avg)
vs 2019 cars average-1%(90% avg)
vs NISSAN average+8%(81% avg)

Mileage Analysis

39,951

Average miles

vs

51,800

Expected for age

The average 2019 NISSAN X-TRAIL has 39,951 miles on the clock, which is below the expected 51,800 miles for a 7-year-old car. This suggests lighter use than average, which generally means less wear on major components.

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Best Year to Buy?

The most reliable year is the 2020 model with a 92% MOT pass rate, while the 2004 model has the lowest at 66%. The 2019 sits between the two at 89%.

NISSAN X-TRAIL by Year

YearPass RateTestsAvg Mileage
202192%3,84126,713 mi
202092%8,80833,507 mi
201989%10,43739,951 mi
201888%15,72752,740 mi
201785%30,33063,502 mi
201681%27,46172,723 mi
201579%15,63483,976 mi
201476%7,54991,334 mi
201376%2,98493,938 mi
201274%3,267103,517 mi
201170%4,080113,842 mi
201070%2,688119,826 mi
200969%3,965120,155 mi
200868%6,014128,821 mi
200769%7,190126,634 mi
200667%8,112126,293 mi
200568%6,571129,695 mi
200466%4,061127,204 mi
200367%2,376123,299 mi
200267%789118,808 mi
200173%99118,146 mi

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About the 2019 NISSAN X-TRAIL

The 2019 NISSAN X-TRAIL is a family car with a 1618cc petrol engine. 10,437 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2026, making it one of the most commonly tested cars on UK roads. Among all cars from 2019, the average MOT pass rate is 90%, and this model falls short of that benchmark.

With an average of 39,951 miles at 7 years old, NISSAN X-TRAIL owners tend to use this car less than the typical driver.

2019 NISSAN X-TRAIL Fuel Costs

The 1618cc petrol engine offers a reasonable balance between performance and economy. Expect around 36 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £1,327 per year at current petrol prices of 142p per litre (based on 7,400 miles per year).

What does it cost to own a 2019 NISSAN X-TRAIL?

Total estimated annual running cost is £1,927 161/month), broken down as £1327 fuel, £195 road tax, £55 MOT, and £350 predicted repairs. Repair costs are moderate, reflecting the 89% pass rate. Keeping on top of servicing will help avoid surprises.

NISSAN X-TRAIL Reliability Trend

Newer NISSAN X-TRAILs show better MOT pass rates than older ones, with an average improvement of 14 percentage points.

Buying a Used 2019 NISSAN X-TRAIL

At 7 years old, this is a solid used buy if you find one with good service history. Depreciation has levelled off, so you won't lose much more value. Focus on condition over mileage. If you're flexible on year, the 2020 model has the highest pass rate at 92%. With 10,437 MOT tests in our data, there's strong statistical confidence in these figures.

Common Issues to Watch For

Based on the 2019 NISSAN X-TRAIL's fuel type, age, and engine size, these are the most likely problem areas to check.

Timing Chain / Belt

Watch out

At 7 years old, check whether the timing belt has been replaced (typically due every 5-7 years or 60,000-100,000 miles). A snapped belt can destroy the engine.

Suspension Wear

Medium risk

Shock absorbers, springs, and anti-roll bar links typically need attention around this age. Listen for clunks over bumps and check for uneven tyre wear.

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 2019 NISSAN X-TRAIL stacks up against similar cars for annual running costs, insurance, and tax.

CarPass RateFuel/yrTax/yrInsuranceTotal/yr
NISSAN X-TRAIL(2019)89%£1327£195Grp 18-32£1927
FORD FOCUS(2017)89%£1137£190Grp 12-25£1732-£195
NISSAN QASHQAI(2017)86%£955£190Grp 5-15£1550-£377
VAUXHALL CORSA(2017)82%£1137£190Grp 8-20£1732-£195
VOLKSWAGEN GOLF(2019)92%£1137£190Grp 12-25£1582-£345

Estimates based on 7,400 miles/year, current fuel prices, and MOT data. Insurance groups are indicative. Actual costs vary by driver, location, and usage.

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