Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2017 Nissan GT R?

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 2017 Nissan GT R?

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 2017 Nissan GT R?

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.

Is the 2017 Nissan GT R reliable?

Based on MOT data from 300 vehicles, the 2017 Nissan GT R has a first-time MOT pass rate of 95.9%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

What are common problems with the 2017 Nissan GT R?

The most frequently recorded MOT issues on the 2017 Nissan GT R are: Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (20.1% of vehicles), Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (18.2% of vehicles), Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (17.4% 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 2017 Nissan GT R?

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 GT R (2017)

300 real MOT outcomes analysed • 95.9% first-time pass rate

2017 Nissan GT R

CarHunch analysed 300 real MOT records for the 2017 Nissan GT R. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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Moderate sample. 300 vehicles on record. Figures are indicative — the specific vehicle's history matters more than these averages.

The 2017 Nissan GT-R is exceptionally reliable for its age and type, with a 95.9% first-time MOT pass rate that sits 16 percentage points above the UK average—and dangerous defects are rare at just 4.7% of the cohort. This is a specialist supercar, not a family runabout, so you'd expect higher maintenance costs and stricter owner discipline.

The median mileage of just under 18,000 miles suggests these are cherished weekend warriors rather than daily drivers, which explains why failures are minimal (0.25 per vehicle on average) despite the complexity of the platform. Before buying, have a pre-purchase inspection by a Nissan GT-R specialist and verify full service history—these cars reward meticulous care and punish neglect disproportionately.

The 2017 Nissan GT R passes its MOT first time more often than most UK vehicles (95.9% vs ~80% average) — and when it does fail, it's usually something minor and cheap to fix.

First-time pass

95.9%

UK average ~80%

Better than average

Dangerous (ever)

4.7%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

0.25

Over 5 tests on record

Low

Typical mileage

18k

Middle half: 13k–25k

For context

✅ Good baseline reliability. A 95.9% first-time pass rate puts this well above the UK average — it's a well-sorted vehicle in this age bracket.

🔧 Expect consumable spend. An average of 1.7 advisories per vehicle tells you wear items (tyres, brakes) get flagged regularly. Budget for them — they're not surprises.

These stats describe 300 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 300 vehicles — figures show how many had each issue flagged at least once in their MOT history.

Tyre wear 20.1%

Offside Rear 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 15.8%

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Brake wear 6.9%

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened · Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened · Nearside Rear 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.

Exhaust & emissions 6.1%

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits

Suspension & steering 4.2%

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play · Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play

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 2017.

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Based on MOT data from 300 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 4.7% 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

Colour Breakdown

Based on 3,348 Nissan GT R vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

Black 26.1%

874

Grey 20.6%

689

White 19%

637

Blue 11.1%

372

Silver 9.2%

307

Gold 5.9%

198

Red 5.5%

185

Purple 0.8%

Green 0.8%

Orange 0.6%

Yellow 0.1%

Multi-colour 0.1%

Mileage Distribution

Most 2017 Nissan GT R 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.

17,944

typical

12,963

low mileage

24,984

high mileage

Half of all 2017 Nissan GT R vehicles fall between 12,963 and 24,984 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 12,963 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.

✓ 12,963–24,984 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2017 Nissan GT Rs sit.

⚠ Over 33,728 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2017 Nissan GT R — Still on the Road

Most 2017 Nissan GT Rs are still being driven.

207 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 — 74% of the peak remain.

Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2020–2025.
* 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

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

0.25

Avg failures per vehicle

1.7

Avg advisories per vehicle

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