Nissan Navara D23/NP300 (2016-present) reliability
Nissan Navara D23/NP300 built around 2018: fails its MOT more often than average
Nissan Navara D23/NP300 models built around 2018 fail their MOT more often than similar cars the same age. Look closely at the tyres on any car you view.
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Key figure
24% of MOT tests on Nissan Navara D23/NP300 models built around 2018 ended in a fail (retests included), against 16% for similar cars the same age.
Most common issue
The most common MOT issue on Nissan Navara D23/NP300 models built around 2018 involves the tyres.
Based on 55,139 tests of Navara models registered 2016+.
About 1 in 6 diesel Navara cars registered in 2021 (16.9%) failed their first MOT.
Based on 445 first MOTs (DVSA MOT results, 2025).
About 1 in 15 Navara D23/NP300 MOTs (7%) failed and still hadn't passed 3 days later. That's for cars built around 2018 (7 years old), all fuels combined.
Based on 11,008 tests (DVSA MOT results, 2025). A fail that passed a retest within 3 days, even the same day, isn't counted. Nor is a fail with no later MOT on record.
About 1 in 20 Navara D23/NP300 MOTs (4.6%) found at least one dangerous defect. These are cars built around 2018 (7 years old).
Based on 11,008 tests (DVSA MOT results, 2025). Dangerous is the most serious grade an MOT gives: a direct risk to road safety.
D23/NP300 fail rate by age
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 8 years old.
How the Navara D23/NP300 compares
At each age below, see how the Navara D23/NP300 holds up against other cars the same age. The averages combine all fuel types.
Based on 148,484 tests across 14 Nissan models, built around 2018 (7 years old).
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.
Brake pads
High priorityAsk when the pads were last replaced and check the warning-light history.
Brake pipes and hoses
High priorityLook under the car for corrosion or chafing on the rigid brake pipes near the rear axle.
Tyres
Worth checkingCheck tread depth across the full width on all four; uneven wear suggests alignment or suspension issues.
Suspension bushes and joints
Worth checkingListen for knocks over speed bumps and ask about recent control-arm or anti-roll-bar work.
Suspension springs
Worth checkingCheck ride height is even side-to-side and look for cracked or rusted coils.
Vehicle-specific check
Worth checkingCheck the car’s number plate on MOT Wise to see its own MOT history and any recalls for its build years.
Other pickups to compare
Other pickups, with each one's figures taken at the same age as the Navara D23/NP300.
- 1
Mitsubishi L200
Same body type, tested at the same age
- Fail rate
- 17.2%
- Fail, no pass in 3 days
- 3.7%
- Dangerous
- 4.6%
Lower fail rate: 17.2%, against 23.8% for the Nissan Navara D23/NP300, both built around 2018.
2 critical recall campaigns matching this model/build period.
9,845 MOT tests on cars built around 2018
- 2
Volkswagen Amarok
Same body type, tested at the same age
- Fail rate
- 17.6%
- Fail, no pass in 3 days
- 5%
- Dangerous
- 5.9%
Lower fail rate: 17.5%, against 23.8% for the Nissan Navara D23/NP300, both built around 2018.
2 critical recall campaigns matching this model/build period.
3,173 MOT tests on cars built around 2018
- 3
Toyota Hilux
Same body type, tested at the same age
- Fail rate
- 19.2%
- Fail, no pass in 3 days
- 5%
- Dangerous
- 4.1%
Lower fail rate: 19.2%, against 23.8% for the Nissan Navara D23/NP300, both built around 2018.
4 critical recall campaigns matching this model/build period.
6,632 MOT tests on cars built around 2018
- 4
Mercedes-Benz X-Class
Same body type, tested at the same age
- Fail rate
- 18.4%
- Fail, no pass in 3 days
- 5.3%
- Dangerous
- 4.6%
Lower fail rate: 18.4%, against 23.8% for the Nissan Navara D23/NP300, both built around 2018.
1,018 MOT tests on cars built around 2018
- 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.
Recall context
16 recalls in all3 of the 16 Navara D23/NP300 recalls cover cars built in these years.
- 3 recalls
Top concerns
- On affected vehicles the manufacturer will increase the maximum target efficiency of the SCR system in online dosing mod
- Possible reduced retention force of the rear door child lock switch
- Stop lamp may not be functioning as expected
For the exact car, check GOV.UK's recall checker with the number plate.
What has gone wrong on Navara D23/NP300 cars built around 2018
The share of diesel cars that have ever failed an MOT on each part of the car. Based on 697 cars.
How Navara D23/NP300 cars have aged
How Navara D23/NP300 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.
Some lines cover only a year or two, so read this as a rough guide.
How each part holds up as D23/NP300 cars age
How each part holds up as D23/NP300 cars age
The share of diesel cars built 2017-2020 that have ever failed an MOT on each part of the car. Rates usually rise with age, but can dip slightly as cars leave the road.
| Part of the car | 5 years | 6 years | 7 years | 8 years |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Suspension | 11% | 21% | 30% | 41% |
| Brakes | 16% | 19% | 24% | 23% |
| Emissions | 6% | 8% | 15% | 24% |
| Tyres | 7% | 11% | 17% | 17% |
| Lighting | 9% | 9% | 18% | 22% |
| Drivetrain | No figure | No figure | 1% | 1% |
| Bodywork | No figure | No figure | No figure | 1% |
| Steering | 1% | 1% | 1% | 1% |
| Corrosion | 0% | 0% | 0% | 5% |
Based on diesel cars in the 2017-2020 build-year band, from 384 to 786 cars at each age.
D23/NP300 variants compared
Most common issues on Nissan Navaras of this age
This list covers every Nissan Navara built around 2018, whichever generation it is. We don't have a defect list for the D23/NP300 on its own.
Most common advisories and fails
In order of the share of MOT tests that recorded each one
- 117.1%Advisory
Tyre worn close to the legal limit or worn on the edge
- 216.2%Advisory
Suspension arm pin or bush worn, but not moving too much
- 310.7%Advisory
Coil spring corroded
- 49.0%Advisory
Brake pads wearing thin
- 58.8%Advisory
Oil leak, but not excessive
Based on 11,008 tests
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Frequently asked questions
Built around 2018 (7 years old), the Nissan Navara D23/NP300 (2016-present) fails MOTs noticeably more often than typical for this age. This is based on 11,008 7-year-old MOT tests from DVSA data. Each retest counts as a test.