Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2011 Nissan Juke?

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 2011 Nissan Juke?

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 2011 Nissan Juke?

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 2011 Nissan Juke vehicles have had dangerous defects recorded?

52% 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 2011 Nissan Juke reliable?

Based on MOT data from 21,033 vehicles, the 2011 Nissan Juke has a first-time MOT pass rate of 77.3%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

What are common problems with the 2011 Nissan Juke?

The most frequently recorded MOT issues on the 2011 Nissan Juke are: Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (72% of vehicles), Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (69.5% of vehicles), Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (64.2% 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 2011 Nissan Juke?

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 Juke (2011)

21,033 real MOT outcomes analysed • 77.3% first-time pass rate

2011 Nissan Juke

CarHunch analysed 21,033 real MOT records for the 2011 Nissan Juke. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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The 2011 Nissan Juke's 77.3% first-time pass rate trails the UK average by 2.7 percentage points, signalling slightly below-average reliability—but the real concern is that 52.1% of these vehicles have recorded a dangerous defect at some point, well above what you'd expect. Petrol models fare better at 78.2% than diesels at 74.9%, so fuel type does matter if you're choosing between them.

At 65,861 miles on average, these Jukes are running higher mileage than typical for their age, which partly explains the elevated failure count of 3.64 per vehicle. The 22.8 advisories per car signal persistent wear items—suspension, exhaust, and trim issues are common—so budget for maintenance and always get a pre-purchase inspection, paying special attention to the suspension and undercarriage given the dangerous defect prevalence.

The 2011 Nissan Juke has a decent first-time pass rate (77.3%), 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

77.3%

UK average ~80%

Around average

Dangerous (ever)

52.1%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

3.64

Over 15.1 tests on record

High

Typical mileage

61k

Middle half: 48k–75k

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 22.8 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 21,033 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 21,033 vehicles — figures show how many had each issue flagged at least once in their MOT history.

Tyre wear 72%

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge · Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge · Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing · …

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

Brake wear 69.5%

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin · Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin · Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material · …

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

Other issues 47%

Oil leak, but not excessive

Suspension & steering 27.5%

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement · Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement · Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn

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 2011.

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Petrol vs Diesel

Pass rate difference of 3.3 percentage points — worth knowing if you're choosing between the two.

78.2%

Petrol

15,672 vehicles

74.9%

Diesel

5,357 vehicles

Before you buy a 2011 Nissan Juke

Based on MOT data from 21,033 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 52.1% 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 (75%)	15,672	78.2%	3.51
Diesel (25%)	5,357	74.9%	4.01

Colour Breakdown

Based on 283,160 Nissan Juke vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

Black 24.5%

69,298

White 24.2%

68,485

Grey 15.4%

43,479

Red 15%

42,605

Blue 11.1%

31,417

Silver 6.9%

19,467

Yellow 2.4%

6,677

Brown 0.3%

716

Orange 0.2%

536

Purple 0.1%

198

Bronze 0.1%

193

Maroon 0%

Mileage Distribution

Most 2011 Nissan Juke 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.

60,676

typical

47,761

low mileage

74,618

high mileage

Half of all 2011 Nissan Juke vehicles fall between 47,761 and 74,618 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 47,761 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.

✓ 47,761–74,618 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2011 Nissan Jukes sit.

⚠ Over 100,734 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2011 Nissan Juke — Still on the Road

Most 2011 Nissan Jukes are still being driven.

Strong survival — 17,798 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025, 88% 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

15.1

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

3.64

Avg failures per vehicle

22.8

Avg advisories per vehicle

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