Nissan Juke (2016)
2016 Nissan Juke
CarHunch analysed 37,406 real MOT records for the 2016 Nissan Juke. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
The 2016 Nissan Juke passes its MOT first time at 84.5%, which beats the UK average of 80%, though one in three vehicles have recorded a dangerous defect at some point—a concern worth taking seriously if you're buying used. Petrol models perform notably better than diesel, with pass rates of 85.8% versus 82.6%, suggesting the petrol engine is the more bulletproof choice.
At nearly 44,000 miles on average, these Jukes show typical wear for their age, yet they're racking up 1.44 failures per test and 9 advisories, pointing to common small niggles rather than catastrophic problems. Before you buy, get a pre-purchase inspection focused on suspension and electrics—the advisory count suggests these are the frequent trouble spots on this model.
Petrol vs Diesel
Pass rate difference of 3.2 percentage points — worth knowing if you're choosing between the two.
What to check before buying a 2016 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.
- ⚠️ 33.4% 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 (61%) | 22,639 | 85.8% | 1.31 |
| Diesel (39%) | 14,767 | 82.6% | 1.65 |
Mileage Distribution
Most 2016 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 2016 Nissan Juke vehicles fall between 28,238 and 47,727 miles.
2016 Nissan Juke — Still on the Road
Strong survival — 35,217 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025, 98% of the peak.
Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2018–2025.
MOT History Averages
Most Common MOT Issues — 2016 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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48.3%
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
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42%
Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
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40%
Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin
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33%
Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing
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32.7%
Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing
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14.4%
Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened
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14%
Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()
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11.8%
Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement
Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2016. Counts include advisories and failures.
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