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Nissan Murano Z51 (2nd gen) (2009-2014) reliability

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Nissan Murano Z51 (2nd gen) built around 2009: not enough MOT data yet

We've only seen a handful of Nissan Murano Z51 (2nd gen) models built around 2009 so far. Too few to spot a pattern yet.

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No reliability rating: not enough tests to rate2009-2014SUVPETROL / DIESEL

Based on 277 tests of Murano models registered 2009-2014.

Z51 (2nd gen) fail rate by age

Below typicalAbove typicalHigh (28% or more)Highest fail rateUK average for cars this age
Age / builtFail rateMOT tests
14 yearsbuilt around 2011
5026.0%
15 yearsbuilt around 2010
9620.8%
16 yearsbuilt around 2009
13127.5%

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 Z51 (2nd gen) compares

At each age below, see how the Murano Z51 (2nd gen) holds up against other cars the same age. The averages combine all fuel types.

Based on 68,311 tests across 16 Nissan models, built around 2009 (16 years old).

Below typicalAbove typicalHigh (28% or more)Highest fail rateNissan average
Age / builtFail rateMOT tests
14 yearsbuilt around 2011
5026.0%
15 yearsbuilt around 2010
9620.8%
16 yearsbuilt around 2009
13127.5%

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.

Independent inspection

High priority

Have an independent specialist inspect the car before you commit.

Brake pads

High priority

Ask when the pads were last replaced and check the warning-light 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.

Suspension

Worth checking

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

Leaks

Worth checking

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

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 Z51 (2nd gen).

  1. 1

    BMW X5

    Same body type, tested at the same age

    Fail rate
    22.9%
    Fail, no pass in 3 days
    8%
    Dangerous
    6.3%
    Still registered at 10 years
    86.6%

    Lower fail rate: 22.9%, against 27.5% for the Nissan Murano Z51 (2nd gen), both built around 2009.

    12 critical recall campaigns matching this model/build period.

    3,998 MOT tests on cars built around 2009

  2. 2

    Audi Q7

    Same body type, tested at the same age

    Fail rate
    22.9%
    Fail, no pass in 3 days
    8.4%
    Dangerous
    7.1%
    Still registered at 10 years
    90.6%

    Lower fail rate: 22.9%, against 27.5% for the Nissan Murano Z51 (2nd gen), both built around 2009.

    1,712 MOT tests on cars built around 2009

  3. 3

    Volvo XC60

    Same body type, tested at the same age

    Fail rate
    25.7%
    Fail, no pass in 3 days
    6.7%
    Dangerous
    6.7%
    Still registered at 10 years
    91.9%

    Fewer dangerous faults: 6.7%, against 11.5% for the Nissan Murano Z51 (2nd gen).

    4 critical recall campaigns matching this model/build period.

    1,901 MOT tests on cars built around 2009

  4. 4

    Lexus RX

    Same body type, tested at the same age

    Fail rate
    23.3%

    Lower fail rate: 23.3%, against 27.5% for the Nissan Murano Z51 (2nd gen), both built around 2009.

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

    1,916 MOT tests on cars built around 2009

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

2 recalls in all

No recall notices match this build period.

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

All generations of this modelNot enough data

Most common issues on Nissan Muranos of this age

This list covers every Nissan Murano built around 2009, whichever generation it is. We don't have a defect list for the Z51 (2nd 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

    23.6%
    Advisory: 80Fail: 12 (13% of the times it was found)
  2. 2
    Advisory

    Oil leak, but not excessive

    20.3%
    Advisory: 42Fail: 2 (5% of the times it was found)
  3. 3
    Advisory

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

    17.9%
    Advisory: 44Fail: 9 (17% of the times it was found)
  4. 4
    Advisory

    Exhaust has a minor leak

    17.9%
    Advisory: 31Fail: 11 (26% of the times it was found)
  5. 5
    Advisory

    Brake pads wearing thin

    17.0%
    Advisory: 37Fail: 6 (14% of the times it was found)

Based on 212 tests

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Frequently asked questions

Built around 2009 (16 years old), the Nissan Murano Z51 (2nd gen) (2009-2014) fails MOTs noticeably less often than typical for this age. This is based on 131 16-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 277 MOT tests on Nissan Muranos first registered between 2009-2014. These figures are a guide, not a guarantee.