Nissan Nv400
VanFrom 10,787 MOT tests. Average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
Pass rate by registration year
Newer Nv400s fare better: 2020 models pass at 70.1% vs 67.1% for 2012.
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning, parking brake efficiency below minimum requirement and the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements. The top issue, a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning, caused 636 failures in 2024. If you need repairs before retesting, sites like BookMyGarage let you compare local prices.
| a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 636 |
| parking brake efficiency below minimum requirement | 537 |
| the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements | 338 |
| engine mil illuminated indicating a malfunction | 287 |
| a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn | 284 |
| a rear registration plate lamp or light source missing or inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources | 282 |
| a transmission shaft constant velocity joint boot missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc | 267 |
| brake pipe damaged or excessively corroded | 258 |
| a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm | 249 |
| a headlamp or light source missing, inoperative or more than ½ not functioning in the case of led | 246 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. 16.4% of Nv400 failures could actually strand you: fractured springs, engine faults, exhaust problems. Another 39.2% are safety issues where the car still drives but shouldn't, such as worn brakes, corroded brake pipes, and steering wear. When it does fail, the average repair bill is around £109.
Nissan Nv400 on UK roads
The fleet is shrinking: 205 scrapped or exported in the past year with only 1 newly registered, a net loss of 204. At this rate, roughly 39.8 years until none remain.
Quarterly breakdown
| Quarter | On road | SORN | New | Gone | Net |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 Q3 | 7,502 | 610 | +1 | -72 | -71 |
| 2025 Q2 | 7,599 | 584 | +0 | -22 | -22 |
| 2025 Q1 | 7,653 | 552 | +0 | -52 | -52 |
| 2024 Q4 | 7,740 | 517 | +0 | -59 | -59 |
| 2024 Q3 | 7,872 | 444 | +0 | -30 | -30 |
| 2024 Q2 | 7,945 | 401 | +0 | -63 | -63 |
| 2024 Q1 | 8,040 | 369 | +0 | -59 | -59 |
| 2023 Q4 | 8,105 | 363 | +0 | -63 | -63 |
5 variants on the road
| Variant | Fuel | Licensed | Share |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nv400 Se Dci | Diesel | 4,803 | 64% |
| Nv400 Tekna Dci | Diesel | 1,268 | 17% |
| Nv400 Acenta Dci | Diesel | 755 | 10% |
| Nv400 E Dci | Diesel | 517 | 7% |
| Nv400 Dci | Diesel | 114 | 2% |
Source: DfT vehicle licensing statistics, 2025 Q3. Crown copyright, OGL v3.0.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 70.1% | a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning, a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm |
| 2019 | 74.4% | a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning, parking brake efficiency below minimum requirement |
| 2018 | 71.3% | a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning, parking brake efficiency below minimum requirement |
| 2017 | 72% | a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning, parking brake efficiency below minimum requirement |
5 earlier years
| 2016 | 69.3% | parking brake efficiency below minimum requirement, a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning |
| 2015 | 69% | parking brake efficiency below minimum requirement, brake pipe damaged or excessively corroded |
| 2014 | 66.4% | a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning, parking brake efficiency below minimum requirement |
| 2013 | 66.7% | a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning, parking brake efficiency below minimum requirement |
| 2012 | 67.1% | a transmission shaft constant velocity joint boot missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc, a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning |
Typical mileage
Half of all Nv400s tested had between 68,137 and 142,804 miles on the clock. A significant number are high-mileage vehicles.
At 102,126 median miles, the Nv400 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 Nv400 MOT pass rate?
The Nissan Nv400 has a 70.2% MOT pass rate based on 10,787 real MOT tests. This is around the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Nissan Nv400?
The most common MOT failure on the Nissan Nv400 is a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning, which caused 636 failures. Other common issues include parking brake efficiency below minimum requirement.
How many Nissan Nv400s are on UK roads?
There are 7,502 Nissan Nv400s currently licensed on UK roads, with 610 on SORN.
What is the typical mileage of a Nissan Nv400 at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Nissan Nv400 is 102,126 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 68,137 and 142,804 miles.
Buying a used Nv400?
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 70.2% pass rate and an average repair bill of £109 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.