Nissan Nv200
From 43,343 MOT tests. Below average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
Pass rate by registration year
Newer Nv200s fare better: 2021 models pass at 86.5% vs 66.7% for 2010.
Pass rate by fuel type
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning and a rear registration plate lamp or light source missing or inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources. The top issue, a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, caused 6,697 failures in 2024. Checking tread depth (1.6mm legal minimum, 3mm recommended) before your test can save an unnecessary fail. You can check prices at Black Circles if you need replacements. If you need repairs before retesting, sites like BookMyGarage let you compare local prices.
| a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn | 6,697 |
| a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 2,382 |
| a rear registration plate lamp or light source missing or inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources | 1,512 |
| tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements | 1,288 |
| wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen | 1,078 |
| the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements | 1,034 |
| lamp emitted colour, position or intensity not in accordance with the requirements | 1,016 |
| a rear registration plate lamp or light source missing or inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps | 942 |
| stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 887 |
| a spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened | 855 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. 42.7% of failures are serious: 37.9% are safety issues (brakes, steering, tyre damage) and 4.8% could actually leave you stranded. That's close to the 44.4% average across all models. When it does fail, the average repair bill is around £96.
The warranty question
A 3-year-old Nv200 passes its MOT 80.6% of the time. By 7 years old that drops to 68.1%, a 12.5 percentage point fall, right as the manufacturer warranty runs out. At 10 years it's down to 64.4%. With an average repair bill of £96 when things go wrong, an extended warranty can make sense on a Nv200 that's past its third birthday.
Fuel type matters
Petrol versions pass at 89.6% while Diesel versions pass at 65.8%, a 24 percentage point gap.
Nissan Nv200 on UK roads
The fleet is shrinking: 761 scrapped or exported in the past year with only 46 newly registered, a net loss of 715. At this rate, roughly 43.3 years until none remain.
Quarterly breakdown
| Quarter | On road | SORN | New | Gone | Net |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 Q3 | 29,059 | 1,948 | +5 | -102 | -97 |
| 2025 Q2 | 29,194 | 1,910 | +7 | -225 | -218 |
| 2025 Q1 | 29,446 | 1,876 | +26 | -167 | -141 |
| 2024 Q4 | 29,694 | 1,769 | +8 | -267 | -259 |
| 2024 Q3 | 30,143 | 1,579 | +7 | -138 | -131 |
| 2024 Q2 | 30,327 | 1,526 | +43 | -128 | -85 |
| 2024 Q1 | 30,443 | 1,495 | +28 | -226 | -198 |
| 2023 Q4 | 30,695 | 1,441 | +13 | -168 | -155 |
14 variants on the road
| Variant | Fuel | Licensed | Share |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nv200 Acenta Dci | Diesel | 10,556 | 37% |
| Nv200 Se Dci | Petrol | 8,041 | 28% |
| E-Nv200 Acenta | Battery Electric | 4,924 | 17% |
| Nv200 Tekna Dci | Diesel | 1,348 | 5% |
| E-Nv200 Acenta Rapid + | Battery Electric | 1,076 | 4% |
| E-Nv200 Tekna | Battery Electric | 859 | 3% |
| E-Nv200 Acenta Rapid | Battery Electric | 400 | 1% |
| E-Nv200 Evalia | Battery Electric | 396 | 1% |
| E-Nv200 Visia | Battery Electric | 291 | 1% |
| E-Nv200 Tekna Rapid + | Battery Electric | 281 | <1% |
| Nv200 E Dci | Diesel | 229 | <1% |
| E-Nv200 Tekna Rapid | Battery Electric | 220 | <1% |
| Nv200 N-Tec Dci | Diesel | 194 | <1% |
| Nv200 Dx Auto | Petrol | 94 | <1% |
Source: DfT vehicle licensing statistics, 2025 Q3. Crown copyright, OGL v3.0.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 86.5% | wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen, a tyre seriously damaged |
| 2020 | 80.6% | a tyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements |
| 2019 | 74% | a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements |
| 2018 | 72% | a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning |
9 earlier years
| 2017 | 72% | a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning |
| 2016 | 68.1% | a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning |
| 2015 | 67.9% | a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning |
| 2014 | 66.1% | a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning |
| 2013 | 64.4% | a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning |
| 2012 | 63.9% | a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning |
| 2011 | 64.9% | a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning |
| 2010 | 66.7% | a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning |
| 2009 | 68.2% | a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning |
Typical mileage
Half of all Nv200s tested had between 70,022 and 138,722 miles on the clock. A significant number are high-mileage vehicles.
At 113,186 median miles, the Nv200 has 0.029 failures per 10,000 miles driven.
Other Nissan models
| Nissan Qashqai | 76.1% |
| Nissan Juke | 75.3% |
| Nissan Micra | 71.2% |
| Nissan Note | 70.9% |
| Nissan Navara | 77% |
Common questions
What is the Nissan Nv200 MOT pass rate?
The Nissan Nv200 has a 67.4% MOT pass rate based on 43,343 real MOT tests. This is below the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Nissan Nv200?
The most common MOT failure on the Nissan Nv200 is a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, which caused 6,697 failures. Other common issues include a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning.
How many Nissan Nv200s are on UK roads?
There are 29,059 Nissan Nv200s currently licensed on UK roads, with 1,948 on SORN.
What is the typical mileage of a Nissan Nv200 at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Nissan Nv200 is 113,186 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 70,022 and 138,722 miles.
Buying a used Nv200?
Start with the free tools. Look up the specific vehicle's MOT history on GOV.UK The mileage at each test will show if it's been wound back, and the advisory history tells you what's wearing. Cross-reference that against the typical failures above to see if anything looks unusual for this model.
The free data won't tell you about outstanding finance, theft markers, or write-off history. For that, you need a vehicle history check This is especially important on a private sale where you have fewer legal protections.
With a 67.4% pass rate and an average repair bill of £96 when things go wrong, budget accordingly.
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MOT data from DVSA anonymised test results, 2024 test year. Fleet data from DfT vehicle licensing statistics. Crown copyright, OGL v3.0. MOT pass rates are statistical summaries of test outcomes, not assessments of individual vehicle safety or condition. Always inspect a vehicle and check its full MOT history before purchasing. See terms of use.