2015 Nissan Juke: common problems and what to check
What gets flagged at MOT on 2015 Nissan Jukes, from 37,379 tests in 2025, plus known faults and what to look at before you buy one.
What stands out
Parts flagged at MOT more often on 2015 Nissan Jukes than on all cars registered in 2015.
- Ball joint5.3× usualNissan Juke19.2% All 2015 cars3.6%Rough price £80–£200
At the viewing: Listen for knocking over bumps and check the rubber boots behind the wheels aren't split.
- Track rod end3.5× usualNissan Juke12.6% All 2015 cars3.6%Rough price £80–£450
At the viewing: On a straight road the steering wheel should sit straight. Listen for knocks when turning, and check the steering feels even.
- Brake pads1.6× usualNissan Juke16.7% All 2015 cars10.2%Rough price £80–£180
At the viewing: Listen for squealing or grinding when braking, and look through the wheel at how much pad is left.
- Suspension arm bushes and joints1.7× usualNissan Juke12.3% All 2015 cars7.1%Rough price £100–£300
At the viewing: Listen for clunks over bumps and feel for the steering wandering. Worn arm bushes show as cracked rubber near the wheels.
- Rigid brake pipes3× usualNissan Juke7.4% All 2015 cars2.5%Rough price £100–£400
At the viewing: Ask to see underneath, or check the MOT advisories: corroded brake or fuel pipes get worse every year and fail the MOT when they do.
Shock absorbers: 1.4% here, against 5.2% of all 2015 cars. Coil springs: 2.2% here, against 5.4% of all 2015 cars.
By area
The share of 2015 Nissan Juke MOT tests where testers flagged each area, as a fail or an advisory. Rough prices are typical independent-garage costs.
- Suspension41% of testsRough price £120–£400
At the viewing: Listen for knocks over speed bumps, and look behind each front wheel for a snapped coil spring.
- Tyres34% of testsRough price £70–£150
At the viewing: Check the tread on all four tyres, including the inside edges, and look for cracks or bulges.
- Brakes32% of testsRough price £150–£350
At the viewing: Look for a lip on the disc edges and feel for judder or pulling when braking firmly from about 40mph.
- Lights and electrics12% of testsRough price £10–£80
At the viewing: Ask a friend to check every light, including brake lights and indicators, while you operate them.
- Wipers, windscreen and mirrors10% of testsRough price £15–£250
At the viewing: Check for chips in the driver's view, and test the wipers and washers.
- Oil and fluid leaks6% of testsRough price £80–£600
At the viewing: Look under the engine and on the ground where the car is usually parked for fresh oil or fluid.
Known faults
Reported by owners, mechanics and buying guides for this model and age. Check which engine the car has, as some apply to one engine only.
- Timing chain and oil use (1.2 DIG-T)1.2 DIG-T petrol
The 1.2 petrol can wear its timing chain and burn oil. Buying guides advise avoiding it.
At the viewing: Listen for a rattle on a cold start and check the oil level.
- CVT automaticCVT automatic and all 4x4s
The CVT needs fluid changes about every 30,000 miles, or it can fail. All 4x4 versions have it.
At the viewing: Ask for gearbox service receipts and walk away from judder, noises or warnings.
- Timing belt (1.5 dCi)1.5 dCi diesel
The 1.5 diesel’s timing belt is due at 5 years or 72,000 miles, and some fail earlier.
At the viewing: Ask for proof of a belt change.
- Turbo lag and timing chain (1.6 turbo)1.6 turbo petrol
The 1.6 turbo petrol can stretch its timing chain and suffer turbo problems.
At the viewing: Listen for rattles and check the service history.
- Rust underneath
Subframes, sills, suspension mountings and the base of the windscreen can rust.
At the viewing: Look underneath and check the MOT history for corrosion advisories.
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Other years
| Year | MOT tests | Most flagged |
|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 17,141 | Tyres 30% |
| 2018 | 23,819 | Tyres 31% |
| 2017 | 37,239 | Tyres 33% |
| 2016 | 36,648 | Suspension 34% |
| 2014 | 35,972 | Suspension 46% |
| 2013 | 33,893 | Suspension 52% |
| 2012 | 25,592 | Suspension 53% |
| 2011 | 18,573 | Suspension 54% |
Where this comes from: the DVSA's anonymised results for every MOT test in Great Britain in 2025, counting tests of 2015 Nissan Jukes registered in 2015. "Flagged" includes advisories, so it isn't the same as a fail rate. How we score