Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2007 Nissan 350 Z?

Yes. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. A full MOT history analysis will highlight patterns that a single test result won't reveal.

What corrosion should I look for when inspecting a 2007 Nissan 350 Z?

Check brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that is expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.

How are tyres and brakes typically on a 2007 Nissan 350 Z?

Tyres and brakes are the most common advisory items on vehicles of this age. Budget for replacement if they are near the limit, and factor this into your offer price.

How many 2007 Nissan 350 Z vehicles have had dangerous defects recorded?

33% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded. Search the registration on CarHunch — the full MOT history will show exactly what was flagged and whether it was resolved.

Is the 2007 Nissan 350 Z reliable?

Based on MOT data from 949 vehicles, the 2007 Nissan 350 Z has a first-time MOT pass rate of 82%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

Do I need an HPI check when buying a 2007 Nissan 350 Z?

Yes. The MOT history will not show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status. An HPI check covers these areas and should be part of any used car purchase.

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Nissan 350 Z (2007)

949 real MOT outcomes analysed • 82% first-time pass rate

2007 Nissan 350 Z

CarHunch analysed 949 real MOT records for the 2007 Nissan 350 Z. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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The 2007 Nissan 350Z has a first-time MOT pass rate of 80.8%, marginally above the UK average of 80%, but a significant concern emerges in the dangerous defects category: one in three of these cars (33%) have recorded a dangerous fault at some point, well above acceptable levels for a buyer considering this model. This suggests systemic issues worth investigating before purchase, particularly around safety-critical components.

At 56,000 miles median mileage for a 17-year-old car, these 350Zs are relatively low-mileage examples, yet they're averaging 3.02 failures per test and a high 18.4 advisories—indicating age-related wear is catching up despite gentle use. Before committing to one, have a pre-purchase inspection focus on the systems flagged most often in MOT records, and factor in the likelihood you'll need to address multiple issues sooner rather than later.

The 2007 Nissan 350 Z has a decent first-time pass rate (82%), but a higher-than-average share of vehicles have had serious defects recorded — the individual vehicle's history matters a lot here.

⚠️ Over 1 in 5 of these vehicles have had a dangerous MOT failure at some point — usually tyres or brakes, and often a one-off issue rather than a persistent problem. The group stats won't tell you which one you're looking at.

First-time pass

82%

UK average ~80%

Around average

Dangerous (ever)

33%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

3.02

Over 15.5 tests on record

High

Typical mileage

56k

Middle half: 41k–71k

For context

🔧 Average reliability. Passes at roughly the UK rate — not a standout, not a problem vehicle. Individual history makes all the difference.

🔧 Expect consumable spend. An average of 18.4 advisories per vehicle tells you wear items (tyres, brakes) get flagged regularly. Budget for them — they're not surprises.

🔍 The dangerous defect figure is real. Most are one-off tyre failures or brake issues — not structural problems. But it's exactly why checking the individual vehicle's history is essential, not optional.

These stats describe 949 vehicles as a group. The specific vehicle you're looking at could be the one good example or the one outlier. Run its registration to find out.

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Before you buy a 2007 Nissan 350 Z

Based on MOT data from 949 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 33% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded - recurring advisories often signal problems years before they become failures.
Search the reg on CarHunch for the full MOT history, reliability stats and a free AI-powered analysis of that exact vehicle.
🔍 Brake pipes, sills and subframes are the key areas on a vehicle this age — structural rust is hard to spot without getting underneath. A mechanic will check all of this before you commit, and give you a concrete basis to negotiate on price. Inspection →
📄 Outstanding finance, insurance write-offs and clocking won't appear in the MOT records — a dedicated history check covers all of this. Our link gets you 20% off automatically. History Get 20% off via CarHunch

Pass Rate by Fuel Type

Fuel type	Vehicles	Pass rate	Avg failures
Petrol (99%)	935	82.1%	3.05

Colour Breakdown

Based on 9,407 Nissan 350 Z vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

Silver 35.7%

3,354

Black 20.9%

1,970

Blue 14.2%

1,340

Grey 11.6%

1,093

Orange 6.9%

650

White 4%

375

Red 3.9%

369

Yellow 1.1%

102

Bronze 0.4%

Purple 0.4%

Green 0.4%

Gold 0.4%

Mileage Distribution

Most 2007 Nissan 350 Z vehicles sit in the blue band. If the vehicle you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.

56,020

typical

40,799

low mileage

71,493

high mileage

Half of all 2007 Nissan 350 Z vehicles fall between 40,799 and 71,493 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 40,799 miles — lower than most. Could be great, or could be a vehicle that rarely moved. Check test frequency and mileage progression in the MOT history.

✓ 40,799–71,493 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2007 Nissan 350 Zs sit.

⚠ Over 96,515 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2007 Nissan 350 Z — Still on the Road

Numbers are thinning — 61% of 2007 Nissan 350 Zs are still active.

505 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 — 61% of the peak remain.

Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2014–2025.
* The 2020 dip reflects the government's COVID-19 MOT exemption, which allowed certificates to be extended by six months — fewer tests were conducted that year.

MOT History Averages

15.5

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

3.02

Avg failures per vehicle

18.4

Avg advisories per vehicle

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