Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2010 Nissan Cube?

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 2010 Nissan Cube?

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 2010 Nissan Cube?

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 2010 Nissan Cube vehicles have had dangerous defects recorded?

43% 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 2010 Nissan Cube reliable?

Based on MOT data from 1,079 vehicles, the 2010 Nissan Cube has a first-time MOT pass rate of 78.6%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

What are common problems with the 2010 Nissan Cube?

The most frequently recorded MOT issues on the 2010 Nissan Cube are: Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (62.9% of vehicles), Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (56.3% of vehicles), Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (41% of vehicles). These figures are based on actual MOT test records — search a specific registration on CarHunch to see its individual history.

Do I need an HPI check when buying a 2010 Nissan Cube?

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 Cube (2010)

1,079 real MOT outcomes analysed • 78.6% first-time pass rate

2010 Nissan Cube

CarHunch analysed 1,079 real MOT records for the 2010 Nissan Cube. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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The 2010 Nissan Cube has a first-time pass rate of 78.5%, slightly below the UK average of 80%, which is a minor concern—but the real alarm bell is that 42.8% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect at some point, making this a notably safety-prone model for its age. That's a significant buyer warning worth taking seriously.

At 62,700 miles median, these Cubes are running reasonably low for a 14-year-old car, yet they're still racking up 3.47 failures and nearly 20 advisories per test on average, suggesting persistent wear and component degradation. Before committing to purchase, have a pre-buy inspection done by a technician who's familiar with Nissan's weak spots—don't rely on a single MOT pass alone.

The 2010 Nissan Cube has a decent first-time pass rate (78.6%), 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

78.6%

UK average ~80%

Around average

Dangerous (ever)

42.8%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

3.47

Over 14.4 tests on record

High

Typical mileage

63k

Middle half: 46k–79k

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 19.8 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 1,079 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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What tends to go wrong

Across 1,079 vehicles — figures show how many had each issue flagged at least once in their MOT history.

Brake wear 62.9%

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin · Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin · Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

Ask the seller when brakes were last serviced. If they don't know, factor in the cost.

Tyre wear 41%

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge · Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge · Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge · …

Budget for a full set — on a vehicle this age, tyres are expected consumables. An inspection will confirm how much is left.

Other issues 25.7%

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

Lighting 25.6%

Offside Front Position lamp not working · Nearside Front Position lamp not working

Usually cheap to fix. Worth confirming all lights work before collecting.

Suspension & steering 21.7%

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

Harder to spot without a ramp — this is a good reason to book a pre-purchase inspection.

Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2010.

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Before you buy a 2010 Nissan Cube

Based on MOT data from 1,079 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 42.8% 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 (100%)	1,077	78.5%	3.48

Colour Breakdown

Based on 3,588 Nissan Cube vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

White 36%

1,292

Silver 14%

503

Black 12.8%

460

Blue 11%

396

Grey 9.4%

337

Brown 4.5%

161

Red 2.9%

103

Green 2.5%

Purple 2%

Cream 1.7%

Maroon 1.6%

Orange 1.5%

Mileage Distribution

Most 2010 Nissan Cube 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.

62,700

typical

46,370

low mileage

78,959

high mileage

Half of all 2010 Nissan Cube vehicles fall between 46,370 and 78,959 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 46,370 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.

✓ 46,370–78,959 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2010 Nissan Cubes sit.

⚠ Over 106,594 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2010 Nissan Cube — Still on the Road

Almost all 2010 Nissan Cubes are still on the road.

Strong survival — 884 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025, 97% of the peak.

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

14.4

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

3.47

Avg failures per vehicle

19.8

Avg advisories per vehicle

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