Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2005 Nissan Murano?

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 2005 Nissan Murano?

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 2005 Nissan Murano?

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 2005 Nissan Murano vehicles have had dangerous defects recorded?

40% 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 2005 Nissan Murano reliable?

Based on MOT data from 1,111 vehicles, the 2005 Nissan Murano has a first-time MOT pass rate of 73.7%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

What are common problems with the 2005 Nissan Murano?

The most frequently recorded MOT issues on the 2005 Nissan Murano are: Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (79.8% of vehicles), Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (53.1% of vehicles), Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (50.2% 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 2005 Nissan Murano?

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 Murano (2005)

1,111 real MOT outcomes analysed • 73.7% first-time pass rate

2005 Nissan Murano

CarHunch analysed 1,111 real MOT records for the 2005 Nissan Murano. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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The 2005 Nissan Murano has a first-time MOT pass rate of 73.7%, which sits notably below the UK average of 80%, suggesting these cars are prone to developing defects as they age. More concerning is that 39.6% of Murans have recorded a dangerous defect at some point, a significantly higher proportion than typical, making pre-purchase inspection essential.

At 73,121 miles median mileage, these vehicles are running at reasonable wear for their age, yet they're averaging 4.15 failures and 19.7 advisories per test—indicating systemic weakness in specific components rather than random degradation. Before committing to purchase, get an independent mechanical inspection focused on the recurring failure patterns; this isn't a car to buy on spec at auction.

The 2005 Nissan Murano has a below-average first-time pass rate (73.7% vs ~80% UK average) — check the specific vehicle's full MOT history carefully before buying.

⚠️ 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

73.7%

UK average ~80%

Below average

Dangerous (ever)

39.6%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

4.15

Over 14.8 tests on record

High

Typical mileage

73k

Middle half: 58k–89k

For context

⚠️ Below average. More vehicles in this cohort fail their first MOT than typical. Scrutinise this vehicle's history — look for recurring issues, not just the latest result.

🔧 Expect consumable spend. An average of 19.7 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 1,111 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 1,111 vehicles — figures show how many had each issue flagged at least once in their MOT history.

Brake wear 79.8%

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 50.2%

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit · Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit · Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit · …

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

Other issues 50.2%

Oil leak, but not excessive · Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt · Oil leak · …

Suspension & steering 25.6%

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint · Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play · Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive 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 2005.

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Based on MOT data from 1,111 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 39.6% 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 (96%)	1,069	73.7%	4.18

Colour Breakdown

Based on 3,098 Nissan Murano vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

Black 35.8%

1,110

Grey 28%

866

Silver 15.2%

472

Blue 7.9%

245

Orange 7.3%

226

Red 2.1%

White 1.3%

Beige 0.7%

Gold 0.7%

Bronze 0.6%

Brown 0.2%

Maroon 0.2%

Mileage Distribution

Most 2005 Nissan Murano 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.

73,121

typical

58,380

low mileage

88,921

high mileage

Half of all 2005 Nissan Murano vehicles fall between 58,380 and 88,921 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 58,380 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.

✓ 58,380–88,921 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2005 Nissan Muranos sit.

⚠ Over 120,043 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2005 Nissan Murano — Still on the Road

Numbers are thinning — 16% of 2005 Nissan Muranos are still active.

Numbers are declining — 133 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 (16% of 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

14.8

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

4.15

Avg failures per vehicle

19.7

Avg advisories per vehicle

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