Nissan Juke (2012)
2012 Nissan Juke
CarHunch analysed 27,983 real MOT records for the 2012 Nissan Juke. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
The 2012 Nissan Juke's 78% pass rate sits slightly below the UK average of 80%, which is a minor concern—but the truly worrying figure is that 51% of these cars have recorded a dangerous defect at some point, suggesting systemic safety issues rather than minor wear. Petrol versions fare better at 79.3% pass rate versus diesels at 75.5%, so fuel choice does matter if you're considering this model.
The median mileage of 56,631 miles is reasonable for a 2012, yet these cars still rack up an average of 3.26 failures and 20.7 advisories per test, indicating recurring problems beyond routine maintenance. Before buying, request the full MOT history and have a trusted mechanic inspect the brakes, suspension, and electrical systems—the high advisory count suggests these are where this generation tends to deteriorate.
What to check before buying a 2012 Nissan Juke
Practical pre-purchase checks for this age and model.
- 📋 Check the full MOT history. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. Enter the reg below for a full AI analysis.
- 🔍 Inspect for corrosion in person. Brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that's expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.
- 🛞 Check tyres and brakes. The most common advisory items at this age. Budget for replacement if they're near the limit — factor this into your offer price.
- ⚠️ 51% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded. Enter the reg below — the full MOT history will show exactly what was flagged and whether it was resolved.
- 📄 Run an HPI check. The MOT history won't show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status — an HPI check will.
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type
| Fuel type | Vehicles | Pass rate | Avg failures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Petrol (66%) | 18,357 | 79.4% | 3.05 |
| Diesel (34%) | 9,623 | 75.5% | 3.66 |
| LPG (0%) | 1 | 78.6% | 3 |
| Other (0%) | 1 | 66.7% | 1 |
| Diesel (0%) | 1 | 100% | 0 |
Mileage Distribution
Most 2012 Nissan Juke vehicles sit in the blue band. If the car you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.
Half of all 2012 Nissan Juke vehicles fall between 43,896 and 70,215 miles.
2012 Nissan Juke — Still on the Road
Strong survival — 24,593 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025, 92% of the peak.
Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2015–2025.
MOT History Averages
Most Common MOT Issues — 2012 Nissan Juke
Based on actual MOT test records for this model. Percentage shows how often each item appears across all vehicles in this cohort.
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72%
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
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64.2%
Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
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62.7%
Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin
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48.8%
Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing
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48.7%
Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing
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47%
Oil leak, but not excessive
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43.1%
Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin
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38.5%
Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material
Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2012. Counts include advisories and failures.
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