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Nissan Navara D40 (2005-2015) reliability

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Nissan Navara D40 built around 2015: fails its MOT more often than average

Nissan Navara D40 models built around 2015 fail their MOT more often than similar cars the same age. Look closely at the suspension on any car you view.

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Key figure

29% of MOT tests on Nissan Navara D40 models built around 2015 ended in a fail (retests included), against 23% for similar cars the same age.

Most common issue

The most common MOT issue on Nissan Navara D40 models built around 2015 involves the suspension.

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Based on 36,406 tests of Navara models registered 2005-2015.

About 1 in 9 Navara D40 MOTs (10.8%) failed and still hadn't passed 3 days later. That's for cars built around 2015 (10 years old), all fuels combined.

Based on 5,139 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 D40 MOTs (5.8%) found at least one dangerous defect. These are cars built around 2015 (10 years old).

Based on 5,139 tests (DVSA MOT results, 2025). Dangerous is the most serious grade an MOT gives: a direct risk to road safety.

D40 fail rate by age

Below typicalAbove typicalHigh (28% or more)Highest fail rateUK average for cars this age
Age / builtFail rateMOT tests
9 yearsbuilt around 2016
1,92829.4%
10 yearsbuilt around 2015
5,13929.1%
11 yearsbuilt around 2014
4,92430.2%
12 yearsbuilt around 2013
4,41931.8%
13 yearsbuilt around 2012
4,66833.0%
14 yearsbuilt around 2011
4,06531.9%
15 yearsbuilt around 2010
2,19732.5%
16 yearsbuilt around 2009
2,07933.8%
17 yearsbuilt around 2008
2,39032.5%
18 yearsbuilt around 2007
2,17332.5%
19 yearsbuilt around 2006
1,81833.6%
20 yearsbuilt around 2005
60632.5%

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 Navara D40 compares

At each age below, see how the Navara D40 holds up against other cars the same age. The averages combine all fuel types.

Based on 187,139 tests across 15 Nissan models, built around 2015 (10 years old).

Below typicalAbove typicalHigh (28% or more)Highest fail rateNissan average
Age / builtFail rateMOT tests
9 yearsbuilt around 2016
1,92829.4%
10 yearsbuilt around 2015
5,13929.1%
11 yearsbuilt around 2014
4,92430.2%
12 yearsbuilt around 2013
4,41931.8%
13 yearsbuilt around 2012
4,66833.0%
14 yearsbuilt around 2011
4,06531.9%
15 yearsbuilt around 2010
2,19732.5%
16 yearsbuilt around 2009
2,07933.8%
17 yearsbuilt around 2008
2,39032.5%
18 yearsbuilt around 2007
2,17332.5%
19 yearsbuilt around 2006
1,81833.6%
20 yearsbuilt around 2005
60632.5%

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.

Brake pipes and hoses

High priority

Look under the car for corrosion or chafing on the rigid brake pipes near the rear axle.

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.

Steering track rods

Worth checking

On a flat surface, rock the steering wheel briefly with the engine off and listen for clunks.

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 pickups to compare

Other pickups, with each one's figures taken at the same age as the Navara D40.

  1. 1

    Volkswagen Amarok

    Same body type, tested at the same age

    Fail rate
    22.8%
    Fail, no pass in 3 days
    6.5%
    Dangerous
    4.6%

    Lower fail rate: 22.8%, against 29.1% for the Nissan Navara D40, both built around 2015.

    3,351 MOT tests on cars built around 2015

  2. 2

    Mitsubishi L200

    Same body type, tested at the same age

    Fail rate
    26.5%
    Fail, no pass in 3 days
    7.8%
    Dangerous
    4.7%

    Lower fail rate: 26.5%, against 29.1% for the Nissan Navara D40, both built around 2015.

    7,624 MOT tests on cars built around 2015

  3. 3

    Isuzu D-Max

    Same body type, tested at the same age

    Fail rate
    26.7%
    Fail, no pass in 3 days
    8.5%
    Dangerous
    4.8%

    Lower fail rate: 26.7%, against 29.1% for the Nissan Navara D40, both built around 2015.

    6,007 MOT tests on cars built around 2015

  4. 4

    Ford Ranger

    Same body type, tested at the same age

    Fail rate
    27.1%
    Fail, no pass in 3 days
    8.6%
    Dangerous
    4.5%

    Lower fail rate: 27.1%, against 29.1% for the Nissan Navara D40, both built around 2015.

    7,331 MOT tests on cars built around 2015

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 all

14 of the 16 Navara D40 recalls cover cars built in these years.

  • 2 Critical
  • 12 more

Top concerns

  • Passenger side airbag may fail to deploy correctly
  • Ball joint may disconnect
  • Possible reduced retention force of the rear door child lock switch

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

How Navara D40 cars have aged

How Navara D40 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%68101214161820Age at MOTBuilt around 2015, 6 years old at the time of MOT: 22.4% (3,861 tests, 2021 data)Built around 2015, 7 years old at the time of MOT: 24.5% (3,853 tests, 2022 data)Built around 2015, 8 years old at the time of MOT: 26.5% (3,705 tests, 2023 data)Built around 2015, 9 years old at the time of MOT: 27.8% (3,571 tests, 2024 data)Built around 2015, 10 years old at the time of MOT: 28.8% (3,383 tests, 2025 data)2015Built around 2014, 7 years old at the time of MOT: 24.4% (3,527 tests, 2021 data)Built around 2014, 8 years old at the time of MOT: 26.0% (3,434 tests, 2022 data)Built around 2014, 9 years old at the time of MOT: 27.6% (3,321 tests, 2023 data)Built around 2014, 10 years old at the time of MOT: 29.1% (3,161 tests, 2024 data)Built around 2014, 11 years old at the time of MOT: 30.4% (3,001 tests, 2025 data)2014Built around 2013, 8 years old at the time of MOT: 26.4% (3,283 tests, 2021 data)Built around 2013, 9 years old at the time of MOT: 27.8% (3,201 tests, 2022 data)Built around 2013, 10 years old at the time of MOT: 29.6% (3,036 tests, 2023 data)Built around 2013, 11 years old at the time of MOT: 29.8% (2,861 tests, 2024 data)Built around 2013, 12 years old at the time of MOT: 31.1% (2,715 tests, 2025 data)2013Built around 2012, 9 years old at the time of MOT: 30.8% (3,632 tests, 2021 data)Built around 2012, 10 years old at the time of MOT: 31.1% (3,431 tests, 2022 data)Built around 2012, 11 years old at the time of MOT: 31.0% (3,151 tests, 2023 data)Built around 2012, 12 years old at the time of MOT: 32.8% (2,997 tests, 2024 data)Built around 2012, 13 years old at the time of MOT: 33.0% (2,760 tests, 2025 data)2012Built around 2011, 10 years old at the time of MOT: 31.2% (4,586 tests, 2021 data)Built around 2011, 11 years old at the time of MOT: 31.3% (4,311 tests, 2022 data)Built around 2011, 12 years old at the time of MOT: 31.6% (3,962 tests, 2023 data)Built around 2011, 13 years old at the time of MOT: 31.8% (3,473 tests, 2024 data)Built around 2011, 14 years old at the time of MOT: 31.5% (3,077 tests, 2025 data)2011Built around 2010, 11 years old at the time of MOT: 31.5% (2,203 tests, 2021 data)Built around 2010, 12 years old at the time of MOT: 32.7% (2,053 tests, 2022 data)Built around 2010, 13 years old at the time of MOT: 31.7% (1,816 tests, 2023 data)Built around 2010, 14 years old at the time of MOT: 32.7% (1,581 tests, 2024 data)Built around 2010, 15 years old at the time of MOT: 32.5% (1,349 tests, 2025 data)2010Built around 2009, 12 years old at the time of MOT: 33.1% (2,465 tests, 2021 data)Built around 2009, 13 years old at the time of MOT: 34.3% (2,185 tests, 2022 data)Built around 2009, 14 years old at the time of MOT: 33.8% (1,810 tests, 2023 data)Built around 2009, 15 years old at the time of MOT: 33.0% (1,496 tests, 2024 data)Built around 2009, 16 years old at the time of MOT: 33.9% (1,282 tests, 2025 data)2009Built around 2008, 13 years old at the time of MOT: 32.7% (2,433 tests, 2021 data)Built around 2008, 14 years old at the time of MOT: 33.5% (2,182 tests, 2022 data)Built around 2008, 15 years old at the time of MOT: 32.8% (1,824 tests, 2023 data)Built around 2008, 16 years old at the time of MOT: 33.6% (1,474 tests, 2024 data)Built around 2008, 17 years old at the time of MOT: 31.3% (1,159 tests, 2025 data)2008Built around 2007, 14 years old at the time of MOT: 32.3% (2,888 tests, 2021 data)Built around 2007, 15 years old at the time of MOT: 33.0% (2,522 tests, 2022 data)Built around 2007, 16 years old at the time of MOT: 32.3% (2,001 tests, 2023 data)Built around 2007, 17 years old at the time of MOT: 32.4% (1,567 tests, 2024 data)Built around 2007, 18 years old at the time of MOT: 31.6% (1,217 tests, 2025 data)2007Built around 2006, 15 years old at the time of MOT: 34.3% (2,764 tests, 2021 data)Built around 2006, 16 years old at the time of MOT: 34.2% (2,341 tests, 2022 data)Built around 2006, 17 years old at the time of MOT: 33.9% (1,822 tests, 2023 data)Built around 2006, 18 years old at the time of MOT: 33.0% (1,353 tests, 2024 data)Built around 2006, 19 years old at the time of MOT: 32.8% (1,109 tests, 2025 data)2006Built around 2005, 16 years old at the time of MOT: 32.9% (1,816 tests, 2021 data)Built around 2005, 17 years old at the time of MOT: 33.5% (1,458 tests, 2022 data)Built around 2005, 18 years old at the time of MOT: 31.1% (1,071 tests, 2023 data)Built around 2005, 19 years old at the time of MOT: 33.2% (798 tests, 2024 data)Built around 2005, 20 years old at the time of MOT: 32.5% (606 tests, 2025 data)2005
First registered around 2015First registered around 2014First registered around 2013First registered around 2012
D40 variants compared
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Most common issues on Nissan Navaras of this age

This list covers every Nissan Navara built around 2015, whichever generation it is. We don't have a defect list for the D40 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

    19.7%
    Advisory: 1,264Fail: 369 (23% of the times it was found)
  2. 2
    Advisory

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

    17.4%
    Advisory: 1,317Fail: 150 (10% of the times it was found)
  3. 3
    Advisory

    Oil leak, but not excessive

    11.4%
    Advisory: 605Fail: 10 (2% of the times it was found)
  4. 4
    Advisory

    Track rod end ball joint has slight play

    9.8%
    Advisory: 320Fail: 273 (46% of the times it was found)
  5. 5
    Advisory

    Brake pipe corroded or covered in grease

    9.5%
    Advisory: 830Fail: 123 (13% of the times it was found)

Based on 5,139 tests

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Frequently asked questions

Built around 2015 (10 years old), the Nissan Navara D40 (2005-2015) fails MOTs noticeably more often than typical for this age. This is based on 5,139 10-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 36,406 MOT tests on Nissan Navaras first registered between 2005-2015. These figures are a guide, not a guarantee.