Nissan Nv200 MOT Pass Rate
Overall pass rate across all manufacture years, based on 190,700 real MOT test results. Failure rate: 39.8%.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
Nissan Nv200 MOT Reliability Overview
The Nissan Nv200 is a well-known vehicle in the UK, with 190,700 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 13 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 60.2% and a failure rate of 39.8%, which is around the UK average of approximately 37%.
Based on this data, the Nissan Nv200 earns a "Average" reliability rating. The average Nissan Nv200 presents for MOT with approximately 76,470 miles on the clock. Manufacture year matters: 2021 models achieve the highest pass rate at 87.5%, while 2012 models have the lowest at 55.3%. This 32.2 percentage point difference suggests notable variation in build quality or component durability across production years.
The most common MOT failure for the Nissan Nv200 is Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment, affecting 42.3% of all tests. Lighting failures cover all external lights: headlights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, fog lights, and reflectors. A single blown bulb will cause an MOT fail. This is one of the most preventable failure categories. The second most common issue is Suspension at 36.2%. Tyres rounds out the top three at 27.0%. Together, these top 3 failure categories account for a significant portion of all MOT failures for this model.
Top failures across all manufacture years combined. Individual year pages may show different top failures.
What Fails Most
Best Year to Buy
Based on MOT data, 2019 models have the highest pass rate at 68.6%.
Based on 2024 MOT test results only — the most recent data available. "Built" = year of manufacture. Cars need their first MOT at 3 years old, so the newest cars shown are from ~3 years ago.
Bar chart showing pass rate by manufacture year from 2010 to 2019
| Built | Pass Rate | Tests | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 68.6% | 889 | 🏆 Best |
| 2018 | 64.2% | 2,198 | 👍 Good |
| 2017 | 63.3% | 2,531 | ⚠️ Fair |
| 2016 | 57.7% | 3,723 | ❌ Avoid |
| 2015 | 56.9% | 5,010 | ❌ Avoid |
| 2010 | 55.5% | 1,538 | ❌ Avoid |
| 2014 | 53.9% | 3,552 | ❌ Avoid |
| 2011 | 52.1% | 2,815 | ❌ Avoid |
| 2013 | 51.0% | 4,890 | ❌ Avoid |
| 2012 | 50.1% | 3,637 | ❌ Avoid |
📈 How Each Vintage Ages
Tracking how each manufacture year's MOT pass rate changes as the car ages. Showing 11 vintages — click year chips to highlight.
Multi-line chart showing how different Nissan Nv200 vintages degrade over time, from age 2 to 20 years.
Only vintages with 100+ tests in at least 3 different test years are shown. Fleet average is the UK-wide pass rate for all cars at each age.
📉 How Age Affects Reliability
MOT failure rate by vehicle age for the Nissan Nv200. The dashed red line marks when the manufacturer warranty typically expires (3 years).
Line chart showing MOT failure rate by vehicle age from 3 to 15 years, with warranty expiry marked at 3 years.
💡 What does the warranty cliff mean?
The Nissan Nv200 shows a moderate increase in MOT failures after warranty. The 22% increase is typical — plan for gradual maintenance cost increases. Peak failure occurs at age 11 (48.5% fail rate).
Note: pass rates may improve for very old vehicles due to survivorship bias — only well-maintained cars remain on the road.
* High Fail Rate badge indicates an MOT pass rate below 65% (failure rate above 35%).
What Fails on This Car?
Click a category to see specific failure items.
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| Rank | Failure Category | Rate (%) | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lamps, Reflectors And Electrical Equipment | 50.7% | 96,583 |
| 2 | Suspension | 36.2% | 68,977 |
| 3 | Tyres | 27.0% | 51,428 |
| 4 | Brakes | 21.9% | 41,848 |
| 5 | Visibility | 11.3% | 21,619 |
| 6 | Noise, Emissions And Leaks | 4.0% | 7,561 |
| 7 | Driver's View Of The Road | 3.2% | 6,158 |
| 8 | Non-component Advisories | 2.9% | 5,519 |
| 9 | Seat Belts And Supplementary Restraint Systems | 2.9% | 5,460 |
| 10 | Body, Chassis, Structure | 2.2% | 4,132 |
| 11 | Steering | 1.0% | 1,848 |
| 12 | Identification Of The Vehicle | 0.7% | 1,407 |
| 13 | Road Wheels | 0.5% | 967 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 76,470 miFor every 10,000 miles driven, this shows what percentage of MOT tests fail for each category. This accounts for how far cars are actually driven, not just raw pass/fail counts.
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| Category | Rate / 10K mi | Raw % | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lamps & Electrical | 6.62 | 50.7% | 96,583 |
| Suspension | 4.73 | 36.2% | 68,977 |
| Tyres | 3.53 | 27.0% | 51,428 |
| Brakes | 2.87 | 21.9% | 41,848 |
| Visibility | 1.90 | 14.5% | 27,777 |
| Noise, emissions and leaks | 0.52 | 4.0% | 7,561 |
| Non-component advisories | 0.38 | 2.9% | 5,519 |
| Seat Belts | 0.38 | 2.9% | 5,460 |
| Body & Structure | 0.28 | 2.2% | 4,132 |
| Steering | 0.13 | 1.0% | 1,848 |
| Identification of the vehicle | 0.10 | 0.7% | 1,407 |
| Wheels | 0.07 | 0.5% | 967 |
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Mileage at MOT
The average Nissan Nv200 has 76,470 miles when tested for MOT.
📊 Mileage-Adjusted Failure Rate
How often this car fails MOT relative to how much it's driven — a fairer comparison than raw pass rate.
The Nissan Nv200 has a mileage-adjusted failure rate of 5.20% per 10,000 miles driven. The average across all makes is 5.38%, so this model is better than average.
About Nissan Nv200 MOT Data
The Nissan Nv200 is a well-known vehicle in the UK, with 190,700 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 13 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 60.2% and a failure rate of 39.8%, which is around the UK average of approximately 37%.
For Nissan Nv200 owners, these results suggest average reliability — some preparation before MOT can improve pass chances. Focus your pre-MOT checks on lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment and suspension for the best chance of a first-time pass. Use our detailed year-by-year breakdown and failure analysis below to understand how your specific Nv200 is likely to perform.
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment — 42.3% of failures
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment issues account for 42.3% of MOT failures on the Nissan Nv200. Lighting failures cover all external lights: headlights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, fog lights, and reflectors. A single blown bulb will cause an MOT fail. This is one of the most preventable failure categories. Typical repair costs: £5–50. Pre-MOT check: Walk around the car and check every light — headlights (dipped and main beam), side lights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, hazard lights, reverse light, rear fog light, and number plate lights. Replace any blown bulbs before the test.
Suspension — 36.2% of failures
Suspension issues account for 36.2% of MOT failures on the Nissan Nv200. Suspension failures typically involve worn bushes, leaking shock absorbers, broken coil springs, and damaged suspension arms. These affect ride quality, tyre wear, and road holding. Typical repair costs: £200–500. Pre-MOT check: Look for uneven tyre wear, listen for clunking over bumps, and check if the car pulls to one side. A bouncy ride suggests worn shock absorbers. Visually inspect coil springs for cracks.
Tyres — 27.0% of failures
Tyres issues account for 27.0% of MOT failures on the Nissan Nv200. Tyre failures include tread depth below the legal minimum of 1.6mm, cuts, bulges, exposed cords, and incorrect tyre pressure. Tyres are one of the most common and easiest-to-prevent MOT failures. Typical repair costs: £50–200 per tyre. Pre-MOT check: Check tread depth with a 20p coin — if the outer band is visible, the tyre is too worn. Look for bulges, cuts, or embedded objects. Ensure all tyres match the recommended size and load rating.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the MOT pass rate for the Nissan Nv200?
Based on 190,700 MOT tests in our database, the Nissan Nv200 has an overall pass rate of 60.2% (39.8% fail rate).
What are the most common MOT failures on a Nissan Nv200?
The top 3 reasons a Nissan Nv200 fails its MOT are: 1. Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment (42.3%), 2. Suspension (36.2%), 3. Tyres (27.0%). Check these areas before booking your MOT.
Is the Nissan Nv200 reliable?
With a 39.8% MOT failure rate, the Nv200 is about average compared to the UK average of ~40%.
What should I check before an MOT on my Nissan Nv200?
Based on failure data, focus on: Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment (42.3%); Suspension (36.2%); Tyres (27.0%). These are the areas most likely to cause a fail. Also check all lights, tyres (minimum 1.6mm tread), and windscreen condition — these are quick wins that apply to all cars.
Based on DVSA anonymised MOT test data (2005–2024). Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0.