Nissan Pulsar (2014)
2014 Nissan Pulsar
CarHunch analysed 1,404 real MOT records for the 2014 Nissan Pulsar. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
The 2014 Nissan Pulsar passes its MOT at 81.9%, fractionally above the UK average of 80%, but here's the catch: 43.7% of these cars have recorded a dangerous defect at some point, which is substantially higher than typical and a genuine concern for any buyer. Petrol versions are notably more reliable than diesels, with an 83.9% pass rate versus 79.5% for diesel.
At 44,266 miles median, these ten-year-old cars show reasonable mileage for their age, though they're accumulating advisories at a rate of 12.5 per test, suggesting emerging wear across multiple systems. Average failures sit at 2.13 per vehicle, so expect routine repairs; if you're buying one, a thorough pre-purchase inspection focusing on suspension, brakes, and exhaust components is essential.
Petrol vs Diesel
Pass rate difference of 4.4 percentage points — worth knowing if you're choosing between the two.
What to check before buying a 2014 Nissan Pulsar
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.
- ⚠️ 43.7% 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 (55%) | 775 | 83.9% | 1.86 |
| Diesel (45%) | 629 | 79.5% | 2.48 |
Mileage Distribution
Most 2014 Nissan Pulsar 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 2014 Nissan Pulsar vehicles fall between 32,298 and 57,116 miles.
2014 Nissan Pulsar — Still on the Road
Strong survival — 1,252 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025, 94% of the peak.
Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2017–2025.
MOT History Averages
Most Common MOT Issues — 2014 Nissan Pulsar
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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56.8%
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
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50%
Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
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44.4%
Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin
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41.7%
Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin
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36.2%
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
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28.2%
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
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22.1%
Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing
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21.4%
Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing
Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2014. Counts include advisories and failures.
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