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Nissan Note N-tec+ Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Nissan Note N-tec+ reliable? We analysed 1,294 real MOT tests across 191 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 1,294 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
87.7%
Typical Mileage
57,259mi
Annual Mileage
5,800mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

The Nissan Note N-tec+ is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Nissan Note N-tec+.

Specifications

Nissan Note N-tec+ — specs & performance

Verified from DVLA & DVSA records

A snapshot of the engine, performance, dimensions, fuel economy and running costs for the Nissan Note N-tec+ — drawn from official DVLA vehicle records and the DVSA fuel-economy database.

1386cc
Engine
88bhp
Power
13.4sec
0–62 mph
47.9mpg
Combined
139g/km
CO₂

Engine & Performance

Engine size
1386cc
Power
88 BHP
0–62 mph
13.4 sec
Fuel type
Petrol

Body & Dimensions

Body type
Car
Common colour
Grey
Wheel plan
2 Axle Rigid Body

Fuel Economy

Combined
47.9 mpg
Urban
39.2 mpg
Extra-urban
54.3 mpg
Fuel cost / 12k mi
£1738

Tax & Emissions

CO2 output
139 g/km Band E
Emission class
Not Available
Road tax (12 mo.)
£145
Road tax (6 mo.)
£79.75
Insurance group
11 of 50
Sources: DVLA vehicle register · DVSA fuel-economy database · VCA emissions data. Specifications reflect a representative Nissan Note N-tec+ record and may vary by trim, year and option pack.

Nissan Note N-tec+ Number Plates

Number plates registered to a Nissan Note N-tec+. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.

Nissan Note N-tec+ Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Nissan Note N-tec+ owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.

Low usage
3,468 mi/yr
Typical
5,800 mi/yr
Average
6,387 mi/yr
Heavy usage
8,280 mi/yr

Nissan Note N-tec+ Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Nissan Note N-tec+ MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
57,259 mi
75th Percentile
80,769 mi
95th Percentile
113,236 mi
Max Recorded
195,358 mi

How Does the Nissan Note N-tec+ Compare?

MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Nissan Note N-tec+ THIS CAR 87.7% 1,294 57,259 mi — yrs
Nissan Micra 71.4% 10,566,512 55,214 mi 37 yrs
Nissan Qashqai 77.3% 6,506,323 59,398 mi 19 yrs
Nissan Juke 79.3% 3,002,435 49,593 mi 16 yrs
Land Rover Range Rover Vogue SE TDV6 Auto 86.8% 402 74,904 mi — yrs

Compared to the Nissan Micra (71.4% pass rate) and the Nissan Qashqai (77.3% pass rate), the Nissan Note N-tec+ outperforms both on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Nissan Note N-tec+?

The Nissan Note N-tec+ has an overall MOT pass rate of 87.7% across 1,294 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.

A typical Nissan Note N-tec+ owner drives around 5,800 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.

Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.

Nissan Note N-tec+ — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Nissan Note N-tec+ reliable?
Based on 1,294 MOT tests, the Nissan Note N-tec+ has a 87.7% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Nissan Note N-tec+?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Nissan Note N-tec+ do per year?
The typical Nissan Note N-tec+ does around 5,800 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Nissan Note N-tec+ last?
Lifespan data is not yet available for this model.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Nissan Note N-tec+?
Yes. An MOT pass rate tells you about the model in general, but a vehicle history check reveals the specific car's finance, stolen, write-off and mileage history — things the seller may not disclose.