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Nissan Murano Z50 (1st gen) (2005-2008) reliability

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Nissan Murano Z50 (1st gen) built around 2006: not enough MOT data yet

We've only seen a handful of Nissan Murano Z50 (1st gen) models built around 2006 so far. Too few to spot a pattern yet.

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No reliability rating: not enough tests to rate2005-2008SUVPETROL

Based on 581 tests of Murano models registered 2005-2008.

Z50 (1st gen) fail rate by age

Below typicalAbove typicalHigh (28% or more)Highest fail rateUK average for cars this age
Age / builtFail rateMOT tests
16 yearsbuilt around 2009
8132.1%
17 yearsbuilt around 2008
12330.1%
18 yearsbuilt around 2007
11428.1%
19 yearsbuilt around 2006
17930.7%
20 yearsbuilt around 2005
8430.9%

Fail rate is the share of MOT tests that ended in a fail. Retests count as tests. How we count fail rates Build years are worked out from age, so they are approximate. Tests counted are 2025 MOTs. Highest fail rate at 16 years old.

How the Murano Z50 (1st gen) compares

At each age below, see how the Murano Z50 (1st gen) holds up against other cars the same age. The averages combine all fuel types.

Based on 40,181 tests across 16 Nissan models, built around 2006 (19 years old).

Below typicalAbove typicalHigh (28% or more)Highest fail rateNissan average
Age / builtFail rateMOT tests
16 yearsbuilt around 2009
8132.1%
17 yearsbuilt around 2008
12330.1%
18 yearsbuilt around 2007
11428.1%
19 yearsbuilt around 2006
17930.7%
20 yearsbuilt around 2005
8430.9%

Fail rate is the share of MOT tests that ended in a fail. Retests count as tests. How we count fail rates Build years are worked out from age, so they are approximate. Tests counted are 2025 MOTs.

What to check before viewing

The model's most common MOT issues, turned into things you can ask about or look for.

Suspension

Worth checking

Inspect the suspension carefully and ask the seller for repair history.

Suspension bushes and joints

Worth checking

Listen for knocks over speed bumps and ask about recent control-arm or anti-roll-bar work.

Tyres

Worth checking

Check tread depth across the full width on all four; uneven wear suggests alignment or suspension issues.

Leaks

Worth checking

Inspect the leaks carefully and ask the seller for repair history.

Exhaust

Worth checking

Listen for blow noises from a cold start; check for rust and leaks at the manifold and cat connections.

Vehicle-specific check

Worth checking

Check the car’s number plate on MOT Wise to see its own MOT history and any recalls for its build years.

Other SUVs to compare

Other SUVs, with each one's figures taken at the same age as the Murano Z50 (1st gen).

  1. 1

    Porsche Cayenne

    Same body type, tested at the same age

    Fail rate
    21.7%
    Fail, no pass in 3 days
    7.7%
    Dangerous
    4.9%
    Still registered at 10 years
    84.8%

    Lower fail rate: 21.7%, against 30.7% for the Nissan Murano Z50 (1st gen), both built around 2006.

    1,231 MOT tests on cars built around 2006

  2. 2

    Lexus RX

    Same body type, tested at the same age

    Fail rate
    26.4%

    Lower fail rate: 26.4%, against 30.7% for the Nissan Murano Z50 (1st gen), both built around 2006.

    Some figures could not be compared for these two cars. So this comparison uses the fail rate and recalls only.

    1,442 MOT tests on cars built around 2006

  3. 3

    Toyota Land Cruiser

    Same body type, tested at the same age

    Fail rate
    27.2%

    Lower fail rate: 27.2%, against 30.7% for the Nissan Murano Z50 (1st gen), both built around 2006.

    Some figures could not be compared for these two cars. So this comparison uses the fail rate and recalls only.

    1,020 MOT tests on cars built around 2006

  4. 4

    Land Rover Defender

    Same body type, tested at the same age

    Fail rate
    26%
    Fail, no pass in 3 days
    10.7%
    Dangerous
    5.1%

    Lower fail rate: 26.0%, against 30.7% for the Nissan Murano Z50 (1st gen), both built around 2006.

    6 critical recall campaigns matching this model/build period.

    5,369 MOT tests on cars built around 2006

Fail rate
= the share of MOT tests that ended in a fail. Retests count as tests.
Fail, no pass in 3 days
= the share of MOT tests that failed and still hadn't passed 3 days later. A fail that passed a retest within 3 days, even the same day, isn't counted.
Dangerous
= the share of MOT tests where the tester marked a fault as dangerous. It is against the law to drive the car until it is fixed.
Still registered at 10 years
= the share of cars still registered (taxed or declared off the road) 10 years after they were first registered.

Recall context

5 recalls in all

3 of the 5 Murano Z50 (1st gen) recalls cover cars built in these years.

  • 3 recalls

Top concerns

  • Engine may stall
  • Possible damage to fuel tank
  • Rear seat belt webbing may be damaged in a frontal impact

For the exact car, check GOV.UK's recall checker with the number plate.

What has gone wrong on Murano Z50 (1st gen) cars built around 2006

The share of petrol cars that have ever failed an MOT on each part of the car. Based on 62 cars.

Structural systems

Suspension
79%
Emissions
42%
Drivetrain
24%
Steering
10%

Wear items

Brakes
68%
Lighting
52%
Tyres
31%

Rust, which the MOT calls corrosion: 26% of these cars show rust-related issues at this age.

Check the sills, subframe and brake pipes before you decide.

How Murano Z50 (1st gen) cars have aged

How Murano Z50 (1st gen) cars have aged

How fail rates have changed as these cars got older. Each line follows cars first registered in about the same year across several years of MOT data. Not a prediction for any one car.

0%10%20%30%1314151617181920Age at MOTBuilt around 2008, 13 years old at the time of MOT: 29.1% (127 tests, 2021 data)Built around 2008, 14 years old at the time of MOT: 31.2% (109 tests, 2022 data)Built around 2008, 15 years old at the time of MOT: 27.7% (101 tests, 2023 data)Built around 2008, 16 years old at the time of MOT: 27.3% (77 tests, 2024 data)Built around 2008, 17 years old at the time of MOT: 26.4% (53 tests, 2025 data)2008Built around 2007, 14 years old at the time of MOT: 32.2% (174 tests, 2021 data)Built around 2007, 15 years old at the time of MOT: 33.1% (142 tests, 2022 data)Built around 2007, 16 years old at the time of MOT: 29.9% (117 tests, 2023 data)Built around 2007, 17 years old at the time of MOT: 35.3% (85 tests, 2024 data)2007Built around 2006, 15 years old at the time of MOT: 32.8% (287 tests, 2021 data)Built around 2006, 16 years old at the time of MOT: 33.3% (246 tests, 2022 data)Built around 2006, 17 years old at the time of MOT: 33.0% (179 tests, 2023 data)Built around 2006, 18 years old at the time of MOT: 33.9% (124 tests, 2024 data)Built around 2006, 19 years old at the time of MOT: 33.7% (92 tests, 2025 data)2006Built around 2005, 16 years old at the time of MOT: 34.2% (281 tests, 2021 data)Built around 2005, 17 years old at the time of MOT: 32.3% (198 tests, 2022 data)Built around 2005, 18 years old at the time of MOT: 32.0% (172 tests, 2023 data)Built around 2005, 19 years old at the time of MOT: 31.7% (126 tests, 2024 data)Built around 2005, 20 years old at the time of MOT: 31.0% (84 tests, 2025 data)2005
First registered around 2008First registered around 2007First registered around 2006First registered around 2005
All generations of this modelNot enough data

Most common issues on Nissan Muranos of this age

This list covers every Nissan Murano built around 2006, whichever generation it is. We don't have a defect list for the Z50 (1st gen) on its own.

Most common advisories and fails

In order of the share of MOT tests that recorded each one

  1. 1
    Advisory

    Suspension arm pin or bush worn, but not moving too much

    30.7%
    Advisory: 56Fail: 21 (27% of the times it was found)
  2. 2
    Advisory

    Oil leak, but not excessive

    27.4%
    Advisory: 49Fail: 2 (4% of the times it was found)
  3. 3
    Advisory

    Tyre worn close to the legal limit or worn on the edge

    24.6%
    Advisory: 55Fail: 5 (8% of the times it was found)
  4. 4
    Advisory

    Exhaust has a minor leak

    24.6%
    Advisory: 41Fail: 7 (15% of the times it was found)
  5. 5
    Advisory

    Suspension part corroded, but not seriously weakened

    20.1%
    Advisory: 90Fail: 3 (3% of the times it was found)

Based on 179 tests

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Frequently asked questions

Built around 2006 (19 years old), the Nissan Murano Z50 (1st gen) (2005-2008) fails MOTs at about the rate typical for this age. This is based on 179 19-year-old MOT tests from DVSA data. Each retest counts as a test.

*The build year is worked out from the date a car was first used on UK roads. For most cars this matches when it was registered, but imports may differ by a few months.

Data sourced from DVSA MOT History API. From 581 MOT tests on Nissan Muranos first registered between 2005-2008. These figures are a guide, not a guarantee.