25 Model Years Analyzed
Nissan Pulsar
MOT Pass Rate & Statistics
Average pass rate across all model years (1990-2020), based on 25,717 DVSA recorded tests.
82.7%
Average Pass Rate
25
Model Years
26k
Tests Analyzed
Most Tested Year
2015 Nissan Pulsar MOT Pass Rate & Common Failures
Pass Rate by Year
2 tests
2,215 tests
4,742 tests
7,390 tests
9,543 tests
1,744 tests
2 tests
1 tests
1 tests
2 tests
3 tests
7 tests
2 tests
9 tests
4 tests
3 tests
12 tests
9 tests
3 tests
2 tests
1 tests
7 tests
6 tests
3 tests
4 tests
Most Common Failures Across All Years
- 1A transmission shaft constant velocity joint boot missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc
- 2Tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements
- 3Emissions levels exceed default limits
- 4A suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn
- 5Emissions levels exceed the manufacturer's specified limits
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average MOT pass rate for a Nissan Pulsar?
The Nissan Pulsar has an average 82.7% MOT pass rate across model years 1990 to 2020, based on DVSA test data.
What are the most common MOT failures on a Nissan Pulsar?
The most common MOT failure reasons for the Nissan Pulsar across all years are: a transmission shaft constant velocity joint boot missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, emissions levels exceed default limits. These are typical wear items that can often be checked and addressed before your test.
Which Nissan Pulsar year has the best MOT pass rate?
MOT pass rates vary by year - newer models typically have higher pass rates. Check our year-by-year breakdown above to compare pass rates for specific Nissan Pulsar model years.