Nissan Nv400 Acenta Dci
VanFrom 936 MOT tests. Average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
Pass rate by registration year
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, the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements and a tyre seriously damaged. The top issue, a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning, caused 51 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 lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 51 |
| the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements | 31 |
| a tyre seriously damaged | 28 |
| wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen | 26 |
| a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm | 25 |
| tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements | 25 |
| a rear registration plate lamp or light source missing or inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps | 20 |
| engine mil illuminated indicating a malfunction | 20 |
| a headlamp or light source missing, inoperative or more than ½ not functioning in the case of led | 19 |
| a transmission shaft constant velocity joint boot missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc | 15 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. Only 33.8% of Nv400 Acenta Dci failures are serious (safety or roadside), below the 44.4% average. When this car fails its MOT, it's more likely to be lights, wipers, or emissions than something dangerous. When it does fail, the average repair bill is around £63.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 70.9% | a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning, wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen |
| 2020 | 70.2% | 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 |
Typical mileage
Half of all Nv400 Acenta Dcis tested had between 32,350 and 66,938 miles on the clock.
At 45,346 median miles, the Nv400 Acenta Dci has 0.065 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 Acenta Dci MOT pass rate?
The Nissan Nv400 Acenta Dci has a 70.6% MOT pass rate based on 936 real MOT tests. This is around the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Nissan Nv400 Acenta Dci?
The most common MOT failure on the Nissan Nv400 Acenta Dci is a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning, which caused 51 failures. Other common issues include the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements.
What is the typical mileage of a Nissan Nv400 Acenta Dci at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Nissan Nv400 Acenta Dci is 45,346 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 32,350 and 66,938 miles.
Buying a used Nv400 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 70.6% pass rate and an average repair bill of £63 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.