95.3% of Nissan GT-Rs passed the 2024 MOT (based on 2,371 first tests): 93.8% at the first attempt and 1.5% after a fix at the test centre (PRS).About 1 in 10 failed the first attempt.For its age, it fails 81% less often than normal: MOT Risk Index 19.5 (95% CI 16.7–22.8; 100 = normal).
Nissan GT-R at a glance, 2024 MOT
Measure
Value
Unit
Compared with
Years
Tests
MOT pass rate
95.3
%
incl. 1.5% fixed at the test centre
2024
2371
Passed at the first attempt
93.8
%
all first tests
2024
2371
MOT Risk Index (95% CI 16.7–22.8)
19.5
index
100 = normal for its age · rank 14 of 761 (1 = fails least for its age)
2024
2371
Biggest excess: Noise, emissions and leaks
3.7
per 100
3.4 same-age
2019–2024
14010
Dangerous defects
3.1
per 100
11.2 UK, not age-adjusted
2019–2024
14010
Advisory items
38.1
per 100
127.1 UK, not age-adjusted
2019–2024
14010
MOT Risk Index · Nissan GT-R. 0–240; 100 = normal for its age; median model 92.8 · rank 14 of 761 (1 = fails least for its age). It would rank between 9 and 20 anywhere within its 95% interval, other models held where they are. DVSA, 2024.
Data release dvsa-2024-v2 (24 Sep 2026) · full dataset (v5). This model's index changed from 17.4 to 19.5 in the 24 September 2026 release, after duplicate test records were removed.
What actually fails on a Nissan GT-R MOT, and how often?
Nissan GT-R MOTs fail most often on ‘noise, emissions and leaks’: 3.7 per 100 tests, against 3.4 for UK cars of the same age (2019–2024, n = 14,010).
DVSA MOT bulk data, 24 Sep 2026.
Nissan GT-R: the numbers behind this answer (2019–2024)
Measure
Value
Unit
Compared with
Years
Tests
Noise, emissions and leaks
3.7
per 100
3.4
2019–2024
522
Tyres
3.3
per 100
9.1
2019–2024
458
Visibility
2.4
per 100
7.6
2019–2024
332
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment
2.1
per 100
16.4
2019–2024
288
Brakes
1.6
per 100
10.8
2019–2024
223
Suspension
0.7
per 100
14.9
2019–2024
104
Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2019–2024 · n = 14,010 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV
Tyres, brakes and suspension: how does the Nissan GT-R compare with cars of the same age?
At every age shown, the Nissan GT-R is at or below same-age cars of comparable models on tyres, brakes and suspension; for example suspension at age 3: 0.2 failures per 100 tests, against 0.6 (2019–2024, n = 884).
Tyres, age 3: 2.0 vs 4.2. Brakes, age 3: 0.3 vs 1.8. Suspension, age 3: 0.2 vs 0.6. Tyres, age 4: 2.8 vs 4.5. Brakes, age 4: 0.1 vs 2.4. Suspension, age 4: 0.1 vs 1.2. Tyres, age 5: 2.2 vs 5.1. Brakes, age 5: 0.4 vs 3.1. DVSA MOT bulk data, 24 Sep 2026.
Nissan GT-R: the numbers behind this answer (2019–2024)
Measure
Value
Unit
Compared with
Years
Tests
Tyres, age 3
2.0
per 100
4.2
2019–2024
884
Brakes, age 3
0.3
per 100
1.8
2019–2024
884
Suspension, age 3
0.2
per 100
0.6
2019–2024
884
Tyres, age 4
2.8
per 100
4.5
2019–2024
918
Brakes, age 4
0.1
per 100
2.4
2019–2024
918
Suspension, age 4
0.1
per 100
1.2
2019–2024
918
Tyres, age 5
2.2
per 100
5.1
2019–2024
922
Brakes, age 5
0.4
per 100
3.1
2019–2024
922
Full table
Further values · 2019–2024
Measure
Value
Unit
Compared with
Years
Tests
Suspension, age 5
0.3
per 100
2.2
2019–2024
922
Tyres, age 6
1.8
per 100
5.5
2019–2024
973
Brakes, age 6
0.8
per 100
3.8
2019–2024
973
Suspension, age 6
0.2
per 100
3.7
2019–2024
973
Tyres, age 7
2.5
per 100
6.0
2019–2024
987
Brakes, age 7
0.3
per 100
4.5
2019–2024
987
Suspension, age 7
0.2
per 100
5.7
2019–2024
987
Tyres, age 8
2.5
per 100
6.3
2019–2024
948
Brakes, age 8
0.7
per 100
5.4
2019–2024
948
Suspension, age 8
0.2
per 100
7.8
2019–2024
948
Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2019–2024 · n = 2,371 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV
Will my Nissan GT-R's advisory become a fail at the next MOT?
Nissan GT-R advisories turn into fails less often than on the median model; the one to watch is tyres: advisories on it became a fail at the next MOT 5.0% of the time.
Advisories on tyres: 5 of 100 became a fail on the same item at the next MOT. DVSA MOT bulk data, 24 Sep 2026.
Nissan GT-R: the numbers behind this answer (2019–2024)
Measure
Value
Unit
Compared with
Years
Tests
Tyres
5.0
% next fail
median model
2019–2024
970
Brakes
3.7
% next fail
median model
2019–2024
668
Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2019–2024 · n = 2,371 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV
My Nissan GT-R got an MOT advisory: what gets flagged most?
Nissan GT-R MOTs flag tyres most: 17.1 advisories per 100 tests, against 39.7 across UK tests (2019–2024, n = 14,010).
DVSA MOT bulk data, 24 Sep 2026.
Nissan GT-R: the numbers behind this answer (2019–2024)
Measure
Value
Unit
Compared with
Years
Tests
Tyres
17.1
per 100
39.7
2019–2024
2394
Brakes
11.5
per 100
34.7
2019–2024
1614
Suspension
6.2
per 100
26.2
2019–2024
869
Non-component advisories
1.5
per 100
7.8
2019–2024
206
Body, chassis, structure
0.7
per 100
4.6
2019–2024
93
Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2019–2024 · n = 14,010 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV
What is likely to fail next on a Nissan GT-R?
For Nissan GT-Rs aged 9 to 11 whose last MOT was a pass, the item most likely to fail at the next MOT is ‘noise, emissions and leaks’: 1.8% failed on it (2019–2024, n = 2,933).
DVSA MOT bulk data, 24 Sep 2026.
Nissan GT-R: the numbers behind this answer (2019–2024)
Measure
Value
Unit
Compared with
Years
Tests
Tyres, under 3 years old, after a pass (rough estimate: 402 cars)
2.7
% next fail
2019–2024
402
Visibility, under 3 years old, after a pass (rough estimate: 402 cars)
2.7
% next fail
2019–2024
402
Noise, emissions and leaks, under 3 years old, after a pass (rough estimate: 402 cars)
1.5
% next fail
2019–2024
402
Visibility, 3 to 5 years old, after a pass
2.1
% next fail
2019–2024
1905
Tyres, 3 to 5 years old, after a pass
1.4
% next fail
2019–2024
1905
Noise, emissions and leaks, 3 to 5 years old, after a pass
0.9
% next fail
2019–2024
1905
Brakes, 3 to 5 years old, after a pass
0.5
% next fail
2019–2024
1905
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment, 3 to 5 years old, after a pass
0.3
% next fail
2019–2024
1905
Full table
Further values · 2019–2024
Measure
Value
Unit
Compared with
Years
Tests
Identification of the vehicle, 3 to 5 years old, after a pass
0.3
% next fail
2019–2024
1905
Suspension, 3 to 5 years old, after a pass
0.3
% next fail
2019–2024
1905
Visibility, 3 to 5 years old, after an advisory (rough estimate: 240 cars)
4.2
% next fail
2019–2024
240
Tyres, 3 to 5 years old, after an advisory (rough estimate: 240 cars)
3.8
% next fail
2019–2024
240
Noise, emissions and leaks, 3 to 5 years old, after an advisory (rough estimate: 240 cars)
2.1
% next fail
2019–2024
240
Tyres, 3 to 5 years old, after a fail (rough estimate: 162 cars)
4.9
% next fail
2019–2024
162
Tyres, 6 to 8 years old, after a pass
1.9
% next fail
2019–2024
1865
Noise, emissions and leaks, 6 to 8 years old, after a pass
1.8
% next fail
2019–2024
1865
Visibility, 6 to 8 years old, after a pass
1.4
% next fail
2019–2024
1865
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment, 6 to 8 years old, after a pass
1.1
% next fail
2019–2024
1865
Identification of the vehicle, 6 to 8 years old, after a pass
0.3
% next fail
2019–2024
1865
Suspension, 6 to 8 years old, after a pass
0.3
% next fail
2019–2024
1865
Brakes, 6 to 8 years old, after a pass
0.3
% next fail
2019–2024
1865
Tyres, 6 to 8 years old, after an advisory (rough estimate: 301 cars)
5.3
% next fail
2019–2024
301
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment, 6 to 8 years old, after an advisory (rough estimate: 301 cars)
2.7
% next fail
2019–2024
301
Noise, emissions and leaks, 6 to 8 years old, after an advisory (rough estimate: 301 cars)
2.0
% next fail
2019–2024
301
Noise, emissions and leaks, 6 to 8 years old, after a fail (rough estimate: 175 cars)
5.1
% next fail
2019–2024
175
Tyres, 6 to 8 years old, after a fail (rough estimate: 175 cars)
3.4
% next fail
2019–2024
175
Visibility, 6 to 8 years old, after a fail (rough estimate: 175 cars)
2.9
% next fail
2019–2024
175
Noise, emissions and leaks, 9 to 11 years old, after a pass
1.8
% next fail
2019–2024
2933
Visibility, 9 to 11 years old, after a pass
1.6
% next fail
2019–2024
2933
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment, 9 to 11 years old, after a pass
1.5
% next fail
2019–2024
2933
Tyres, 9 to 11 years old, after a pass
1.4
% next fail
2019–2024
2933
Brakes, 9 to 11 years old, after a pass
0.8
% next fail
2019–2024
2933
Suspension, 9 to 11 years old, after a pass
0.6
% next fail
2019–2024
2933
Body, chassis, structure, 9 to 11 years old, after a pass
0.5
% next fail
2019–2024
2933
Identification of the vehicle, 9 to 11 years old, after a pass
0.4
% next fail
2019–2024
2933
Tyres, 9 to 11 years old, after an advisory
5.5
% next fail
2019–2024
549
Noise, emissions and leaks, 9 to 11 years old, after an advisory
4.0
% next fail
2019–2024
549
Visibility, 9 to 11 years old, after an advisory
3.3
% next fail
2019–2024
549
Brakes, 9 to 11 years old, after an advisory
2.7
% next fail
2019–2024
549
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment, 9 to 11 years old, after an advisory
2
% next fail
2019–2024
549
Suspension, 9 to 11 years old, after an advisory
1.8
% next fail
2019–2024
549
Body, chassis, structure, 9 to 11 years old, after an advisory
1.6
% next fail
2019–2024
549
Identification of the vehicle, 9 to 11 years old, after an advisory
0.9
% next fail
2019–2024
549
Noise, emissions and leaks, 9 to 11 years old, after a fail (rough estimate: 322 cars)
5.0
% next fail
2019–2024
322
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment, 9 to 11 years old, after a fail (rough estimate: 322 cars)
4.3
% next fail
2019–2024
322
Brakes, 9 to 11 years old, after a fail (rough estimate: 322 cars)
3.4
% next fail
2019–2024
322
Tyres, 9 to 11 years old, after a fail (rough estimate: 322 cars)
2.8
% next fail
2019–2024
322
Visibility, 9 to 11 years old, after a fail (rough estimate: 322 cars)
1.9
% next fail
2019–2024
322
Visibility, 12 to 14 years old, after a pass
1.7
% next fail
2019–2024
1559
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment, 12 to 14 years old, after a pass
1.1
% next fail
2019–2024
1559
Noise, emissions and leaks, 12 to 14 years old, after a pass
1.1
% next fail
2019–2024
1559
Tyres, 12 to 14 years old, after a pass
0.8
% next fail
2019–2024
1559
Brakes, 12 to 14 years old, after a pass
0.6
% next fail
2019–2024
1559
Body, chassis, structure, 12 to 14 years old, after a pass
0.4
% next fail
2019–2024
1559
Suspension, 12 to 14 years old, after a pass
0.4
% next fail
2019–2024
1559
Identification of the vehicle, 12 to 14 years old, after a pass
0.3
% next fail
2019–2024
1559
Visibility, 12 to 14 years old, after an advisory (rough estimate: 337 cars)
3.3
% next fail
2019–2024
337
Brakes, 12 to 14 years old, after an advisory (rough estimate: 337 cars)
2.7
% next fail
2019–2024
337
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment, 12 to 14 years old, after an advisory (rough estimate: 337 cars)
2.4
% next fail
2019–2024
337
Suspension, 12 to 14 years old, after an advisory (rough estimate: 337 cars)
1.8
% next fail
2019–2024
337
Tyres, 12 to 14 years old, after an advisory (rough estimate: 337 cars)
1.8
% next fail
2019–2024
337
Noise, emissions and leaks, 12 to 14 years old, after an advisory (rough estimate: 337 cars)
1.5
% next fail
2019–2024
337
Visibility, 12 to 14 years old, after a fail (rough estimate: 163 cars)
4.3
% next fail
2019–2024
163
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment, 12 to 14 years old, after a fail (rough estimate: 163 cars)
3.1
% next fail
2019–2024
163
Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2019–2024 · n = 2,371 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV
How often does a Nissan GT-R get a dangerous MOT defect?
The Nissan GT-R gets a dangerous defect less often than the UK average: 3.1 per 100 first tests against 11.2 across the UK. In the same tests, 9.7 major and 2.5 minor defects were recorded per 100 tests (one test can record several).
Dangerous defects: 3.1 vs 11.2. DVSA MOT bulk data, 24 Sep 2026.
Nissan GT-R: the numbers behind this answer (2019–2024)
Measure
Value
Unit
Compared with
Years
Tests
Dangerous defects
3.1
per 100
11.2
2019–2024
14010
Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2019–2024 · n = 14,010 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id; severity not recorded for some 2018–2021 tests · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV
Will my Nissan GT-R still pass its MOT in a few years?
First-time MOT failures for the Nissan GT-R go from 4.8% at age 3 (rough estimate: 42 tests, 95% interval 1.3–15.8%) to 5.7% at age 15, against 41.6% for all cars aged 15 (2024, n = 2,371).
Age 3 (rough estim: 4.8. Age 15: 5.7. DVSA MOT bulk data, 24 Sep 2026.
Nissan GT-R: the numbers behind this answer (2024)
Measure
Value
Unit
Compared with
Years
Tests
Age 3 (rough estimate: 42 tests, 95% interval 1.3–15.8%)
4.8
% failed first time
12.4
2024
42
Age 4 (rough estimate: 76 tests, 95% interval 2.1–12.8%)
5.3
% failed first time
13.1
2024
76
Age 5 (rough estimate: 105 tests, 95% interval 1.0–8.1%)
2.9
% failed first time
15.1
2024
105
Age 6 (rough estimate: 128 tests, 95% interval 0.8–6.7%)
2.3
% failed first time
17.5
2024
128
Age 7 (rough estimate: 211 tests, 95% interval 1.3–6.1%)
2.8
% failed first time
20.2
2024
211
Age 8 (rough estimate: 160 tests, 95% interval 3.9–11.9%)
6.9
% failed first time
23.3
2024
160
Age 9 (rough estimate: 137 tests, 95% interval 4.0–12.9%)
7.3
% failed first time
26.5
2024
137
Age 10 (rough estimate: 147 tests, 95% interval 4.7–13.7%)
8.2
% failed first time
30.1
2024
147
Full table
Further values · 2024
Measure
Value
Unit
Compared with
Years
Tests
Age 11 (rough estimate: 127 tests, 95% interval 5.5–15.8%)
9.4
% failed first time
33.2
2024
127
Age 12 (rough estimate: 147 tests, 95% interval 5.2–14.5%)
8.8
% failed first time
35.7
2024
147
Age 13 (rough estimate: 172 tests, 95% interval 3.2–10.4%)
5.8
% failed first time
38.2
2024
172
Age 14 (rough estimate: 284 tests, 95% interval 6.0–12.7%)
8.8
% failed first time
40.4
2024
284
Age 15
5.7
% failed first time
41.6
2024
592
Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2024 · n = 2,371 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV
How does the Nissan GT-R compare with cars of its own age and size?
At every age shown, Nissan GT-Rs fail first time no more often than comparable models of the same size class; the biggest difference is at age 15, where they fail less often: 5.8% against 36.1% (2024, n = 618).
Age 3: 5.7. Age 15: 5.8. DVSA MOT bulk data, 24 Sep 2026.
Nissan GT-R: the numbers behind this answer (2024)
Measure
Value
Unit
Compared with
Years
Tests
Age 3
5.7
% fail
10.8
2024
884
Age 4
7.8
% fail
12.3
2024
918
Age 5
6.4
% fail
14.2
2024
922
Age 6
5.7
% fail
16.1
2024
973
Age 7
6.4
% fail
18.3
2024
987
Age 8
7.3
% fail
20.6
2024
948
Age 9
7.5
% fail
23.1
2024
1097
Age 10
9.1
% fail
25.6
2024
1685
Full table
Further values · 2024
Measure
Value
Unit
Compared with
Years
Tests
Age 11
7.9
% fail
28.3
2024
1436
Age 12
7.7
% fail
30.6
2024
1308
Age 13
8.2
% fail
32.7
2024
1153
Age 14
7.7
% fail
34.6
2024
947
Age 15
5.8
% fail
36.1
2024
618
Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2024 · n = 2,371 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV
Which Nissan GT-R years should I avoid?
Nissan GT-R build years range from index 63.2 to 101.5 against the model's own age norm of 100 (2019–2024, n = 2,371).
DVSA MOT bulk data, 24 Sep 2026.
Nissan GT-R: the numbers behind this answer (2019–2024)
Measure
Value
Unit
Compared with
Years
Tests
Build year 2009 (rough estimate: 3,885 tests, 95% interval 88.4–110.1)
99.2
index vs own age
100 = normal
2019–2024
3885
Build year 2010 (rough estimate: 1,507 tests, 95% interval 84.1–118.9)
101.5
index vs own age
100 = normal
2019–2024
1507
Build year 2011 (better for its age) (rough estimate: 745 tests, 95% interval 44.1–82.3)
63.2
index vs own age
100 = normal
2019–2024
745
Build year 2012 (better for its age) (rough estimate: 475 tests, 95% interval 45.6–96.4)
71
index vs own age
100 = normal
2019–2024
475
Build year 2013 (rough estimate: 262 tests, 95% interval 58.1–135.6)
96.9
index vs own age
100 = normal
2019–2024
262
Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2019–2024 · n = 2,371 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV
How much does it cost to fix a Nissan GT-R MOT fail?
Expected repair cost per Nissan GT-R MOT: about £17 (up to about £32 if more expensive parts are needed), from the chance of failing each item and its most common UK repair price (catalogue estimate, n = 2,371).
Computed, not measured.
DVSA MOT bulk data, 24 Sep 2026.
Nissan GT-R: the numbers behind this answer (price catalogue)
Measure
Value
Unit
Compared with
Years
Tests
Expected repair bill
17.0
GBP estimate
modal price catalogue
price catalogue
2371
Estimated range lower
17.0
GBP estimate
modal price catalogue
price catalogue
2371
Estimated range upper
32.2
GBP estimate
modal price catalogue
price catalogue
2371
Noise, emissions and leaks: Exhaust rear silencer
7.4
GBP expected contribution
200
price catalogue
2371
Tyres: Tyre (single mid-range 16" fitted)
3.0
GBP expected contribution
90
price catalogue
2371
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment: Battery replacement (standard 12V lead-acid)
2.9
GBP expected contribution
140
price catalogue
2371
Brakes: Front brake pads (parts + labour, typical hatchback)
2.4
GBP expected contribution
150
price catalogue
2371
Suspension: Suspension coil spring (single corner)
1.3
GBP expected contribution
180
price catalogue
2371
Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: price catalogue · n = 2,371 (initial tests) · Method: computed estimate, not measured · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV
Is the Nissan GT-R more reliable than similar cars?
Of 8 similar models, 0 fail less often for their age than the Nissan GT-R and 8 as often or more. The Nissan GT-R has an MOT Risk Index of 19.5, where 100 = normal for its age (2024, n = 2,371).
DVSA MOT bulk data, 24 Sep 2026.
Nissan GT-R: the numbers behind this answer (2024)
Measure
Value
Unit
Compared with
Years
Tests
Nissan GT-R (this model)
19.5
index
100 = normal
2024
2371
Aston Martin V8
21.2
index
19.5
2024
3545
Bentley Bentayga
25.3
index
19.5
2024
2747
Ferrari 488
24.5
index
19.5
2024
1645
Aston Martin DB11
28.3
index
19.5
2024
2476
Aston Martin DB9
24.4
index
19.5
2024
4284
Aston Martin Vantage
25.3
index
19.5
2024
4890
Audi R8
30.8
index
19.5
2024
3866
Full table
Further values · 2024
Measure
Value
Unit
Compared with
Years
Tests
Toyota Vellfire
40.9
index
19.5
2024
2402
Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2024 · n = 2,371 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV
How many miles does a Nissan GT-R normally do?
At age 15, the median Nissan GT-R had covered 52,638 miles by its MOT; the middle half ranged from 38,232 to 68,682 miles (2024, n = 592).
Age 3 median (roug: 9084. Age 15 P75: 68682. DVSA MOT bulk data, 24 Sep 2026.
Nissan GT-R: the numbers behind this answer (2024)
Measure
Value
Unit
Compared with
Years
Tests
Age 3 median (rough estimate)
9084
miles
2024
42
Age 4 median (rough estimate)
11119
miles
2024
76
Age 5 median (rough estimate)
15955
miles
2024
105
Age 5 P25 (rough estimate)
9369
miles
2024
105
Age 5 P75 (rough estimate)
21276
miles
2024
105
Age 6 median (rough estimate)
20724
miles
2024
128
Age 6 P25 (rough estimate)
13974
miles
2024
128
Age 6 P75 (rough estimate)
31722
miles
2024
128
Full table
Further values · 2024
Measure
Value
Unit
Compared with
Years
Tests
Age 7 median (rough estimate)
23692
miles
2024
211
Age 7 P25 (rough estimate)
17892
miles
2024
211
Age 7 P75 (rough estimate)
32083
miles
2024
211
Age 8 median (rough estimate)
29318
miles
2024
160
Age 8 P25 (rough estimate)
20945
miles
2024
160
Age 8 P75 (rough estimate)
41436
miles
2024
160
Age 9 median (rough estimate)
31129
miles
2024
137
Age 9 P25 (rough estimate)
19211
miles
2024
137
Age 9 P75 (rough estimate)
42492
miles
2024
137
Age 10 median (rough estimate)
41483
miles
2024
147
Age 10 P25 (rough estimate)
30968
miles
2024
147
Age 10 P75 (rough estimate)
52503
miles
2024
147
Age 11 median (rough estimate)
44537
miles
2024
127
Age 11 P25 (rough estimate)
34498
miles
2024
127
Age 11 P75 (rough estimate)
53586
miles
2024
127
Age 12 median (rough estimate)
43731
miles
2024
147
Age 12 P25 (rough estimate)
28864
miles
2024
147
Age 12 P75 (rough estimate)
55094
miles
2024
147
Age 13 median (rough estimate)
49855
miles
2024
172
Age 13 P25 (rough estimate)
38801
miles
2024
172
Age 13 P75 (rough estimate)
64697
miles
2024
172
Age 14 median (rough estimate)
56056
miles
2024
284
Age 14 P25 (rough estimate)
42212
miles
2024
284
Age 14 P75 (rough estimate)
70219
miles
2024
284
Age 15 median
52638
miles
2024
592
Age 15 P25
38232
miles
2024
592
Age 15 P75
68682
miles
2024
592
Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2024 · n = 2,371 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV
Does high mileage mean more Nissan GT-R MOT failures at the same age?
At ages 10–14, 8.0% of Nissan GT-Rs with under 40,000 miles failed first time, against 10.8% of those with 70,000 to 100,000 miles (2024, n = 418). No clear mileage gap inside this age group, among cars still being tested.
DVSA MOT bulk data, 24 Sep 2026.
Nissan GT-R: the numbers behind this answer (2024)
Measure
Value
Unit
Compared with
Years
Tests
Age 6–9, <40k miles
4.9
% failed first time
2024
510
Age 6–9, 40-70k miles (rough estimate: 117 tests, 95% interval 1.8–9.6%)
4.3
% failed first time
2024
117
Age 10–14, <40k miles (rough estimate: 288 tests, 95% interval 5.4–11.7%)
8
% failed first time
2024
288
Age 10–14, 40-70k miles (rough estimate: 441 tests, 95% interval 5.2–10.1%)
7.3
% failed first time
2024
441
Age 10–14, 70-100k miles (rough estimate: 130 tests, 95% interval 6.5–17.3%)
10.8
% failed first time
2024
130
Age 15+, <40k miles (rough estimate: 177 tests, 95% interval 1.2–6.4%)
2.8
% failed first time
2024
177
Age 15+, 40-70k miles (rough estimate: 298 tests, 95% interval 4.7–10.5%)
7
% failed first time
2024
298
Age 15+, 70-100k miles (rough estimate: 126 tests, 95% interval 2.7–11%)
5.6
% failed first time
2024
126
Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2024 · n = 2,371 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV
How many miles does a Nissan GT-R last?
1.2% of Nissan GT-Rs tested had reached 100,000 miles, and 0.2% had reached 150,000 (2024, n = 164).
100,000 miles (rou: 1.2. 200,000 miles (rou: 0.0. DVSA MOT bulk data, 24 Sep 2026.
Nissan GT-R: the numbers behind this answer (2024)
Measure
Value
Unit
Compared with
Years
Tests
100,000 miles (rough estimate: 164 tests, 95% interval 1.0–1.4%)
1.2
% of tested cars
2024
164
150,000 miles (rough estimate: 28 tests, 95% interval 0.1–0.3%)
0.2
% of tested cars
2024
28
200,000 miles (rough estimate: 2 tests, 95% interval 0.0–0.1%)
0.0
% of tested cars
2024
2
Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2024 · n = 2,371 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV
Is the Nissan GT-R driven more or less than average, and does that change the picture?
Matched on annual mileage as well as age, the Nissan GT-R index is 31.4, against 24.6 on age alone (2019–2024, n = 2,371).
Age and mileage adjusted index: 24.6 vs 31.4. DVSA MOT bulk data, 24 Sep 2026.
Nissan GT-R: the numbers behind this answer (2019–2024)
Measure
Value
Unit
Compared with
Years
Tests
Age and mileage adjusted index
31.4
index
24.6
2019–2024
2371
Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2019–2024 · n = 2,371 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV
Which Nissan GT-R fuel fails its MOT less?
All Nissan GT-Rs tested were petrol: 6.2% failed first time (2024, n = 2,371).
DVSA MOT bulk data, 24 Sep 2026.
Nissan GT-R: the numbers behind this answer (2024)
Measure
Value
Unit
Compared with
Years
Tests
Petrol
6.2
% fail first time
other fuels
2024
2371
Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2024 · n = 2,371 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV
Where in Britain does the Nissan GT-R fail its MOT most?
Nissan GT-R fails first-time MOTs most in Peterborough (PE): 13.7% against 7.4% across Britain for this model, both 2019–2024 (2024, n = 212).
DVSA MOT bulk data, 24 Sep 2026.
Nissan GT-R: the numbers behind this answer (2024)
Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2024 · n = 2,371 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV
Does a Nissan GT-R rust more than average?
Allowing for age, Nissan GT-R MOTs record corrosion failures at 0.3 times the national rate: 0.25% of tests against 0.77% (2024 + geographic layers, n = 2,361).
Computed, not measured.
Salt belt susceptibility: 1 vs 0.3. DVSA MOT bulk data, 24 Sep 2026.
Nissan GT-R: the numbers behind this answer (2024 + geographic layers)
Measure
Value
Unit
Compared with
Years
Tests
Salt belt susceptibility
0.3
ratio estimate
1
2024 + geographic layers
2361
Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2024 + geographic layers · n = 2,371 (initial tests) · Method: computed estimate, not measured · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV
Is a Nissan GT-R ULEZ compliant?
An estimated 99.6% of Nissan GT-Rs tested are likely ULEZ-compliant, judged from fuel type and first-use date; check a specific car with TfL's vehicle checker (2024).
Computed, not measured.
DVSA MOT bulk data, 24 Sep 2026.
Nissan GT-R: the numbers behind this answer (2024)
Measure
Value
Unit
Compared with
Years
Tests
Likely compliant
99.6
% estimate
2024
2371
Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2024 · n = 2,371 (initial tests) · Method: computed estimate, not measured · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV
What do six years of MOTs show about owning a Nissan GT-R?
Of failed Nissan GT-R MOTs, 29.7% were retested the same day and a further 64.2% within 10 days; the median failed car passed its retest after 2 days (2019–2024, n = 572).
DVSA MOT bulk data, 24 Sep 2026.
Nissan GT-R: the numbers behind this answer (2019–2024)
Measure
Value
Unit
Compared with
Years
Tests
Same-day retest
29.7
%
failed initial tests
2019–2024
572
Retest within 10 days
64.2
%
failed initial tests
2019–2024
572
Clean MOT streak
80.1
%
observed chains
2019–2024
2587
Repeat advisory
6.0
%
observed chains
2019–2024
2587
Decreasing odometer
1.9
% mileage anomaly
observed chains
2019–2024
2811
Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2019–2024 · n = 2,371 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV
Is low mileage better for a Nissan GT-R?
Nissan GT-Rs aged 5 to 11 doing under 5,000 miles a year failed first time in 5.8% of tests, against 9.8% for those doing 8,000 to 12,000 miles (2019–2024, n = 5,279).
Low-use first-time failure: 5.8 vs 9.8. DVSA MOT bulk data, 24 Sep 2026.
Nissan GT-R: the numbers behind this answer (2019–2024)
Measure
Value
Unit
Compared with
Years
Tests
Low-use first-time failure
5.8
%
9.8
2019–2024
5279
Low-use gap
-4.0
percentage points
8–12k miles
2019–2024
5279
Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2019–2024 · n = 2,371 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV
How many years is a Nissan GT-R likely to last?
Nissan GT-Rs aged 10 are forecast to keep taking MOTs for at least 5.2 more years; the survival curve is observed only until age 15, so the true figure is likely higher.
Computed, not measured.
Forecast, not a prediction for a particular car.
DVSA MOT bulk data, 24 Sep 2026.
Nissan GT-R: the numbers behind this answer (survival forecast)
Measure
Value
Unit
Compared with
Years
Tests
Age 5 (at least; observed only until age 15)
10.3
years forecast
survival forecast
0
Age 8 (at least; observed only until age 15)
7.2
years forecast
survival forecast
0
Age 10 (at least; observed only until age 15)
5.2
years forecast
survival forecast
0
Age 12 (at least; observed only until age 15)
3.2
years forecast
survival forecast
0
Age 15 (at least; observed only until age 15)
0.5
years forecast
survival forecast
0
Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: survival forecast · n = 2,371 (initial tests) · Method: computed estimate, not measured · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV
Which Nissan GT-Rs are still on the road?
In 2024, for every 100 Nissan GT-Rs tested at ages 4 to 6, about 66 were tested at age 15 (2024, n = 618).
Age 3: 94.3. Age 15: 65.9. DVSA MOT bulk data, 24 Sep 2026.
Nissan GT-R: the numbers behind this answer (2024)
Measure
Value
Unit
Compared with
Years
Tests
Age 3
94.3
% of age 4–6 baseline
2024
884
Age 4
97.9
% of age 4–6 baseline
2024
918
Age 5
98.3
% of age 4–6 baseline
2024
922
Age 6 (at least as many as at ages 4–6)
100
% of age 4–6 baseline
2024
973
Age 7 (at least as many as at ages 4–6)
100
% of age 4–6 baseline
2024
987
Age 8 (at least as many as at ages 4–6)
100
% of age 4–6 baseline
2024
948
Age 9 (at least as many as at ages 4–6)
100
% of age 4–6 baseline
2024
1097
Age 10 (at least as many as at ages 4–6)
100
% of age 4–6 baseline
2024
1685
Full table
Further values · 2024
Measure
Value
Unit
Compared with
Years
Tests
Age 11 (at least as many as at ages 4–6)
100
% of age 4–6 baseline
2024
1436
Age 12 (at least as many as at ages 4–6)
100
% of age 4–6 baseline
2024
1308
Age 13 (at least as many as at ages 4–6)
100
% of age 4–6 baseline
2024
1153
Age 14 (at least as many as at ages 4–6)
100
% of age 4–6 baseline
2024
947
Age 15
65.9
% of age 4–6 baseline
2024
618
Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2024 · n = 2,371 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV
If a Nissan GT-R fails, does it fail again?
11.6% of Nissan GT-Rs that failed an MOT failed the next one too, against 6.3% after a pass (2019–2024, n = 363). The failure most likely to come back is ‘noise, emissions and leaks’: 8.5% of those fails recurred at the next MOT.
Repeat after fail: 11.6 vs 6.3. DVSA MOT bulk data, 24 Sep 2026.
Nissan GT-R: the numbers behind this answer (2019–2024)
Measure
Value
Unit
Compared with
Years
Tests
Repeat after fail
11.6
%
6.3
2019–2024
363
Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2019–2024 · n = 2,371 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV
Which Nissan GT-R faults come together?
On Nissan GT-Rs, identification of the vehicle and ‘noise, emissions and leaks’ failures turn up together 19.7 times as often as chance would predict (2024, n = 24).
Nissan GT-R: the numbers behind this answer (2024)
Measure
Value
Unit
Compared with
Years
Tests
Identification of the vehicle + Noise, emissions and leaks (rough estimate: 24 tests, 95% interval 12.6–29.3)
Body, chassis, structure + Noise, emissions and leaks (seen together; too few for a multiplier)
17
tests with both
2024
17
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment + Suspension (seen together; too few for a multiplier)
16
tests with both
2024
16
Brakes + Suspension (seen together; too few for a multiplier)
13
tests with both
2024
13
Brakes + Visibility (seen together; too few for a multiplier)
13
tests with both
2024
13
Noise, emissions and leaks + Suspension (seen together; too few for a multiplier)
12
tests with both
2024
12
Suspension + Tyres (seen together; too few for a multiplier)
11
tests with both
2024
11
Identification of the vehicle + Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment (seen together; too few for a multiplier)
10
tests with both
2024
10
Brakes + Identification of the vehicle (seen together; too few for a multiplier)
9
tests with both
2024
9
Body, chassis, structure + Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment (seen together; too few for a multiplier)
9
tests with both
2024
9
Body, chassis, structure + Tyres (seen together; too few for a multiplier)
9
tests with both
2024
9
Identification of the vehicle + Visibility (seen together; too few for a multiplier)
9
tests with both
2024
9
Identification of the vehicle + Tyres (seen together; too few for a multiplier)
9
tests with both
2024
9
Suspension + Visibility (seen together; too few for a multiplier)
9
tests with both
2024
9
Body, chassis, structure + Suspension (seen together; too few for a multiplier)
5
tests with both
2024
5
Body, chassis, structure + Brakes (seen together; too few for a multiplier)
5
tests with both
2024
5
Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2024 · n = 2,371 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV
Has the Nissan GT-R had safety recalls?
DVSA lists 1 safety recall campaigns matched to the Nissan GT-R; check whether yours has been fixed, using its registration number.
Nissan GT-R: the numbers behind this answer (DVSA register)
Measure
Value
Unit
Compared with
Years
Tests
DVSA recall campaigns matched
1
campaigns
DVSA register
DVSA register
2371
Source: DVSA register; recall effect covers 11 of 761 models · Window: DVSA register · n = 2,371 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV
What does a Nissan GT-R cost to run in a fleet?
Of every 100 Nissan GT-Rs tested at age 5, about 3 failed the MOT first time (rough estimate); at age 10, about 8 (rough estimate). These are one-year rates for different cars tested in the same year, not a fleet followed over time (2024).
Nissan GT-R: the numbers behind this answer (2024)
Measure
Value
Unit
Compared with
Years
Tests
Age 5 (rough estimate: 105 tests, 95% interval 1.0–8.1%)
2.9
% fail first time
2024
105
Age 6 (rough estimate: 128 tests, 95% interval 0.8–6.7%)
2.3
% fail first time
2024
128
Age 7 (rough estimate: 211 tests, 95% interval 1.3–6.1%)
2.8
% fail first time
2024
211
Age 8 (rough estimate: 160 tests, 95% interval 3.9–11.9%)
6.9
% fail first time
2024
160
Age 9 (rough estimate: 137 tests, 95% interval 4.0–12.9%)
7.3
% fail first time
2024
137
Age 10 (rough estimate: 147 tests, 95% interval 4.7–13.7%)
8.2
% fail first time
2024
147
Age 11 (rough estimate: 127 tests, 95% interval 5.5–15.8%)
9.4
% fail first time
2024
127
Age 12 (rough estimate: 147 tests, 95% interval 5.2–14.5%)
8.8
% fail first time
2024
147
Full table
Further values · 2024
Measure
Value
Unit
Compared with
Years
Tests
Age 13 (rough estimate: 172 tests, 95% interval 3.2–10.4%)
5.8
% fail first time
2024
172
Age 14 (rough estimate: 284 tests, 95% interval 6.0–12.7%)
8.8
% fail first time
2024
284
Age 15 (rough estimate: 592 tests, 95% interval 4.1–7.9%)
5.7
% fail first time
2024
592
Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2024 · n = 2,371 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV
Does the month of a Nissan GT-R MOT matter?
Nissan GT-Rs fail first time most in July (8.8%, against 29.3% for all cars that month) and least in May (5.9%) (2024, n = 2,371).
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Nissan GT-R MOT: quick answers
What is the Nissan GT-R first-time MOT pass rate?
93.8% of first attempts passed in 2024 (2,371 tests). Retests after repair are excluded; cars fixed at the test centre (PRS) are shown separately.
Why does this number differ from other sites?
Other sites may count retests or all attempts. This page uses 2,371 primary tests: 6.2% failed first time and 95.3% passed when cars fixed at the test centre (PRS) count as passes. The age-adjusted MOT Risk Index 19.5 is shown separately.