Nissan Navara N Guard DCI Auto (2021)
2021 Nissan Navara N Guard DCI Auto
CarHunch analysed 186 real MOT records for the 2021 Nissan Navara N Guard DCI Auto. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
This 2021 Navara diesel is a serious reliability concern: only 40.3% pass their MOT first time, nearly half the UK average of 80%, and none have recorded dangerous defects so far—but that's cold comfort given how frequently these trucks are failing. At a median 52,247 miles for vehicles now three years old, these are relatively low-mileage examples, yet they're still racking up failures at an alarming rate with an average of 0.1 failures per test, suggesting systemic issues rather than isolated wear. The near-zero advisory rate is unusual and likely reflects that inspectors are moving straight to failure categories instead of flagging minor concerns. If you're considering this model, get a pre-purchase inspection from a diesel specialist and budget heavily for early MOT failures—the first-time pass rate tells you this isn't a case of bad luck, it's a pattern.
What to check before buying a 2021 Nissan Navara N Guard DCI Auto
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.
- 📄 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diesel (99%) | 184 | 40.3% | 0.1 |
| Gas Bi-Fuel (1%) | 1 | 100% | 0 |
| Diesel (1%) | 1 | 100% | 0 |
Mileage Distribution
Most 2021 Nissan Navara N Guard DCI Auto 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 2021 Nissan Navara N Guard DCI Auto vehicles fall between 37,799 and 62,096 miles.
MOT History Averages
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