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Nissan Terrano II S Td Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Nissan Terrano II S Td reliable? We analysed 187 real MOT tests across 114 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 187 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
62.6%
Typical Mileage
113,900mi
Annual Mileage
3,918mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

The Nissan Terrano II S Td is below average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Nissan Terrano II S Td.

Specifications

Nissan Terrano II S Td — specs & performance

Verified from DVLA & DVSA records

A snapshot of the engine, performance, dimensions, fuel economy and running costs for the Nissan Terrano II S Td — drawn from official DVLA vehicle records and the DVSA fuel-economy database.

2664cc
Engine
125bhp
Power
28.8mpg
Combined
260g/km
CO₂

Engine & Performance

Engine size
2664cc
Power
125 BHP
Fuel type
Diesel

Body & Dimensions

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

Fuel Economy

Combined
28.8 mpg
Urban
23.9 mpg
Extra-urban
32.8 mpg
Fuel cost / 12k mi
£3011

Tax & Emissions

CO2 output
260 g/km Band K
Emission class
3
Road tax (12 mo.)
£325
Road tax (6 mo.)
£178.75
Sources: DVLA vehicle register · DVSA fuel-economy database · VCA emissions data. Specifications reflect a representative Nissan Terrano II S Td record and may vary by trim, year and option pack.

Nissan Terrano II S Td Number Plates

Number plates registered to a Nissan Terrano II S Td. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.

Nissan Terrano II S Td Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Nissan Terrano II S Td owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.

Low usage
1,856 mi/yr
Typical
3,918 mi/yr
Average
6,329 mi/yr
Heavy usage
6,472 mi/yr

Nissan Terrano II S Td Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Nissan Terrano II S Td MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
113,900 mi
75th Percentile
147,410 mi
95th Percentile
172,724 mi
Max Recorded
793,659 mi

How Does the Nissan Terrano II S Td Compare?

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

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Nissan Terrano II S Td THIS CAR 62.6% 187 113,900 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
Peugeot Jet Force 125 80.2% 343 6,714 mi 23 yrs

Compared to the Nissan Micra (71.4% pass rate) and the Nissan Qashqai (77.3% pass rate), the Nissan Terrano II S Td trails behind on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Nissan Terrano II S Td?

The Nissan Terrano II S Td has an overall MOT pass rate of 62.6% across 187 real MOT tests — below the UK average, so reliability should be a key concern.

A typical Nissan Terrano II S Td owner drives around 3,918 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 Terrano II S Td — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Nissan Terrano II S Td reliable?
Based on 187 MOT tests, the Nissan Terrano II S Td has a 62.6% pass rate — below average, so factor in potential repair costs.
What are the common problems on a Nissan Terrano II S Td?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Nissan Terrano II S Td do per year?
The typical Nissan Terrano II S Td does around 3,918 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Nissan Terrano II S Td last?
Lifespan data is not yet available for this model.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Nissan Terrano II S Td?
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.