Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2009 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 2009 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 2009 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 2009 Nissan Murano vehicles have had dangerous defects recorded?

33% 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 2009 Nissan Murano reliable?

Based on MOT data from 325 vehicles, the 2009 Nissan Murano has a first-time MOT pass rate of 81.1%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

What are common problems with the 2009 Nissan Murano?

The most frequently recorded MOT issues on the 2009 Nissan Murano are: Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (89.4% of vehicles), Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (71.2% of vehicles), Oil leak, but not excessive (56.5% 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 2009 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 (2009)

325 real MOT outcomes analysed • 81.1% first-time pass rate

2009 Nissan Murano

CarHunch analysed 325 real MOT records for the 2009 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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Moderate sample. 325 vehicles on record. Figures are indicative — the specific vehicle's history matters more than these averages.

The 2009 Nissan Murano hits the UK average with an 81.1% first-time pass rate, but the real concern is that a third of these vehicles (33.2%) have recorded a dangerous defect at some point—well above acceptable levels and a genuine red flag for buyers. This suggests structural or safety issues are more common in this model than the average car of its age.

At around 70,000 miles average, these Muranos have covered typical mileage for 2009 models, yet they're averaging nearly 2.7 failures per test and 18.5 advisories, pointing to persistent wear and maintenance issues beyond normal aging. Before buying one, have a full pre-purchase inspection done by a specialist, paying particular attention to suspension and brake components where the advisory count hints problems are clustered.

The 2009 Nissan Murano has a decent first-time pass rate (81.1%), 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

81.1%

UK average ~80%

Around average

Dangerous (ever)

33.2%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

2.71

Over 13.1 tests on record

High

Typical mileage

69k

Middle half: 54k–85k

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 18.5 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 325 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 325 vehicles — figures show how many had each issue flagged at least once in their MOT history.

Brake wear 89.4%

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.

Other issues 56.5%

Oil leak, but not excessive · Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt · Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened · …

Tyre wear 37.2%

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit · Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit · Offside Front 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.

Suspension & steering 16.4%

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint

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 2009.

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Before you buy a 2009 Nissan Murano

Based on MOT data from 325 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 33.2% 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 (98%)	320	81%	2.73

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%

Maroon 0.2%

Brown 0.2%

Mileage Distribution

Most 2009 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.

69,324

typical

54,394

low mileage

85,470

high mileage

Half of all 2009 Nissan Murano vehicles fall between 54,394 and 85,470 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 54,394 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.

✓ 54,394–85,470 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2009 Nissan Muranos sit.

⚠ Over 115,384 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2009 Nissan Murano — Still on the Road

Numbers are thinning — 52% of 2009 Nissan Muranos are still active.

146 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 — 52% of the peak remain.

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

13.1

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

2.71

Avg failures per vehicle

18.5

Avg advisories per vehicle

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