Nissan Juke — Buyer's Guide

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Nissan Juke overview

With 406,269 currently licensed in the UK, the Nissan Juke is one of Britain's most popular cars.

Euro NCAP awarded the Juke 5 stars in 2019, with 94% adult occupant and 85% child protection scores.

It has a 79.2% first-time MOT pass rate — above the UK national average of 72%. Common MOT failure areas include suspension, brakes, lighting.

Annual running costs are estimated at £2,920 for a typical 5-year-old example, breaking down to £243/month or 36p/mile.

Theft risk is rated very low at 2.4 per 1,000 registered vehicles.

NCAP Safety

2019

MOT Pass Rate

79.2%

310,000 tests

Monthly Cost

£243

est. annual total

New From

£24,000

Safety rating

Euro NCAP tested the Juke in 2019 and awarded it 5 out of 5 stars.

Adult Occupant

94%

Child Occupant

85%

Pedestrian

81%

Safety Assist

71%

Safety recalls

There are 15 known DVSA recalls affecting the Nissan Juke. Enter a registration number to check whether a specific vehicle is affected.

R/2025/118

On affected vehicles the front seat belt may have been accidentally damaged during the parts preparation for assembly.

Build dates: 2024-04-02 to 2024-09-06

R/2024/234

On affected vehicles the VIN stored in the vehicle system may not match the actual VIN of the vehicle. This may lead to a situation where a vehicle user can see information related to a different vehicle resulting in a data security breach.

Build dates: 2019-10-14 to 2023-06-01

R/2024/179

On affected vehicles the right-hand rear door welds may be out of specification. The door may rattle and a side impact may increase the risk of deformation. In the extreme impact could cause the hinge to fail and the door to open.

Build dates: 2023-11-14 to 2023-11-20

R/2023/096

A potential concern affecting the HEVC (Hybrid Electric Vehicle Control) module software has been identified which may cause a module reset of affected vehicles. Simultaneous pressing of brake and accelerator could cause engine stumble or stall.

Build dates: 2022-06-16 to 2022-12-14

R/2021/345

The rear seat back may not be securely latched when returned to the upright position after folding.

Build dates: 2019-09-18 to 2020-08-28

+ 10 more recalls. Check a specific vehicle to see the full list.

Reliability & MOT

Based on 310,000 MOT tests, the Juke has a first-time pass rate of 79.2% above the UK national average of 72%.

This is a positive sign for reliability. The Juke is less likely to have issues at MOT time than the average car on UK roads.

Running costs

Annual running costs for a typical 5-year-old Nissan Juke are estimated at around £2,920 per year, or £243 per month.

Fuel

£1,101

/year

Road Tax

£195

/year

Depreciation

£969

/year

MOT

£55

/year

Estimated annual running costs based on available data. Excludes insurance, parking, and finance costs. Actual costs depend on your driving habits and circumstances.

Fuel economy

The Juke achieves a combined fuel economy of around 47.9 mpg (41.5 mpg urban, 43.5 mpg extra-urban).

VariantFuelCombinedEngine
JUKEPETROL47.9 mpg1.0L
JUKE , 2018DIESEL60.1 mpg1.5L
JUKE , 2018PETROL42.8 mpg1.6L
JUKE EURO6, 2015PETROL49.6 mpg1.2L
JUKE EURO6, 2015DIESEL70.6 mpg1.5L
JUKE EURO6, 2015PETROL47.1 mpg1.6L
JUKE EURO6, 2015PETROL47.1 mpg1.6L
JUKE MODEL YEAR 2011DIESEL57.6 mpg1.5L

Depreciation

Starting from £24,000 new, a Nissan Juke typically retains about 56% after 3 years and 46% after 5 years.

AgeRetainedEst. ValueLost
1 year75%£18,000−£6,000
2 years64%£15,300−£8,700
3 years56%£13,450−£10,550
4 years50%£12,100−£11,900
5 years46%£11,150−£12,850
6 years43%£10,350−£13,650
7 years41%£9,750−£14,250
8 years39%£9,250−£14,750
9 years37%£8,800−£15,200
10 years35%£8,350−£15,650

Theft risk

The Juke has a theft rate of 2.4 per 1,000 registered vehicles, rated very low compared to the national average of 5.5 per 1,000.

How common is the Juke?

There are currently 406,269 licensed and 6,219 SORN Jukes in the UK (412,488 total). This makes it a very common vehicle on UK roads.

Frequently asked questions

Is the Nissan Juke reliable?

The Juke has a 79.2% first-time MOT pass rate based on 310,000 tests — above the UK national average of 72%. This suggests good overall reliability.

How safe is the Nissan Juke?

Euro NCAP awarded the Juke 5 out of 5 stars when tested in 2019. It scored 94% for adult occupant protection, 85% for child occupant protection, 81% for vulnerable road users, and 71% for safety assist features.

How much does a Nissan Juke cost to run?

Annual running costs for a typical 5-year-old Juke are estimated at around £2,920 per year (£243/month). This includes fuel, road tax, depreciation, and MOT fees — but excludes insurance, servicing, and repairs.

Are there any recalls on the Nissan Juke?

There are 15 known safety recalls affecting the Juke. These are issued by the DVSA when a safety defect is found. You can check if a specific vehicle is affected by entering its registration number.

Is the Nissan Juke likely to be stolen?

The Juke has a theft rate of 2.4 per 1,000 registered vehicles, which is rated very low compared to the national average of 5.5 per 1,000. Standard security precautions should be sufficient.

How much does a new Nissan Juke cost?

A new Juke starts from around £24,000. After 5 years, a typical example retains about 46% of its original value.

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