Nissan Note (2013)
2013 Nissan Note
CarHunch analysed 12,533 real MOT records for the 2013 Nissan Note. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
The 2013 Nissan Note hits the UK average first-time pass rate of 80.3%, but a significant 34% of these cars have recorded at least one dangerous defect during their MOT history—well above acceptable levels and a genuine buyer concern. Petrol versions perform slightly better at 80.9% passes versus diesels at 78.1%, suggesting the petrol engine is the more robust choice if you're choosing between the two.
These cars are running at a typical mileage for their age (median 44,786 miles), which means wear patterns are as expected. The real issue is the high number of advisories averaging 14.5 per vehicle—these are often minor but they pile up—combined with 2.64 average failures, indicating you should budget for regular maintenance costs and get a full pre-purchase inspection focusing on common failure points like brakes and lights.
Petrol vs Diesel
Pass rate difference of 2.8 percentage points — worth knowing if you're choosing between the two.
What to check before buying a 2013 Nissan Note
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.
- ⚠️ 34% 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 (79%) | 9,867 | 80.9% | 2.56 |
| Diesel (21%) | 2,663 | 78.1% | 2.96 |
| Other (0%) | 1 | 100% | 0 |
| Other (0%) | 1 | 100% | 0 |
| Hybrid Electric (Clean) (0%) | 1 | 100% | 0 |
Mileage Distribution
Most 2013 Nissan Note 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 2013 Nissan Note vehicles fall between 32,794 and 58,922 miles.
2013 Nissan Note — Still on the Road
Strong survival — 11,400 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025, 97% of the peak.
Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2016–2025.
MOT History Averages
Most Common MOT Issues — 2013 Nissan Note
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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47.7%
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
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43.1%
Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
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33%
Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing
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31.9%
Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing
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31.3%
Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement
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29.4%
Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin
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27%
Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened
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24.4%
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2013. Counts include advisories and failures.
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