Nissan Nv250 Acenta Dci
From 2,339 MOT tests. Average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
Pass rate by registration year
Older Nv250 Acenta Dcis fare better: 2021 models pass at 74.9% vs 77% for 2020.
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm, stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning and tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements. The top issue, a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm, caused 89 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 brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm | 89 |
| stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 85 |
| tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements | 81 |
| wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen | 58 |
| a tyre seriously damaged | 54 |
| a rear registration plate lamp or light source missing or inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps | 48 |
| a tyre cords visible or damaged | 46 |
| engine mil illuminated indicating a malfunction | 44 |
| windscreen or window damaged or seriously discoloured but not adversely affecting driver's view | 41 |
| windscreen washers not working or not providing sufficient fluid to clear the windscreen | 32 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. 40.3% of failures are serious: 32.7% are safety issues (brakes, steering, tyre damage) and 7.6% 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 £65.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 74.9% | a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm, stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning |
| 2020 | 77% | wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements |
Typical mileage
Half of all Nv250 Acenta Dcis tested had between 29,342 and 56,757 miles on the clock.
At 42,519 median miles, the Nv250 Acenta Dci has 0.057 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 Nv250 Acenta Dci MOT pass rate?
The Nissan Nv250 Acenta Dci has a 75.6% MOT pass rate based on 2,339 real MOT tests. This is around the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Nissan Nv250 Acenta Dci?
The most common MOT failure on the Nissan Nv250 Acenta Dci is a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm, which caused 89 failures. Other common issues include stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning.
What is the typical mileage of a Nissan Nv250 Acenta Dci at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Nissan Nv250 Acenta Dci is 42,519 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 29,342 and 56,757 miles.
Buying a used Nv250 Acenta Dci?
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 75.6% pass rate and an average repair bill of £65 when things go wrong, budget accordingly.
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