2010 Nissan Nv200 — MOT failures & pass rate
8,062 MOT tests on the 2010 Nissan Nv200 are in this dataset, and 72.1% of them passed. Vans of a similar age fail at 27.5%, so the 2010 Nv200 sits squarely on the average. Failures cluster in lighting & signalling, suspension and brakes.
What the MOT record shows
Lighting & signalling dominates the failure mix at 20.6% of all tests — 3.3 points clear of suspension, so it is the first thing to check.
At component level the recurring items are position lamp, ball joint and headlamp aim — position lamp alone was recorded 912 times.
A 150k+ example is materially riskier than a 0-30k one: 29.3% versus 13.1%.
Advisories point at the next bill rather than this one: suspension was flagged on 36.1% of tests without failing them.
The trend is worsening — 26.6% of tests failed in 2021 against 29.3% in 2025, the usual pattern as a fleet ages.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lighting & signalling | 20.6% | 1,662 |
| 2 | Suspension | 17.3% | 1,393 |
| 3 | Brakes | 8.3% | 666 |
| 4 | Visibility | 7.0% | 561 |
| 5 | Tyres | 5.7% | 463 |
| 6 | Emissions & environmental | 3.1% | 252 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Position lamp | 912 |
| 2 | Ball joint | 894 |
| 3 | Headlamp aim | 583 |
| 4 | Headlamp | 549 |
| 5 | Pins and bushes | 489 |
| 6 | Linkage ball joints | 482 |
Top advisory categories
Advisories aren't failures, but they flag work likely needed soon — useful when budgeting.
| # | Category | % of tests with advisory | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Suspension | 36.1% | 2,913 |
| 2 | Brakes | 27.6% | 2,228 |
| 3 | Tyres | 27.1% | 2,187 |
| 4 | Lighting & signalling | 25.7% | 2,068 |
| 5 | Visibility | 10.3% | 829 |
| 6 | Other defects | 9.8% | 787 |
Failure rate by mileage
Higher-mileage cars tend to fail more — often the most useful guide to real condition.
| Mileage band | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 0-30k | 84 | 13.1% |
| 30-60k | 533 | 21.4% |
| 60-90k | 1,541 | 25.5% |
| 90-120k | 2,245 | 28.6% |
| 120-150k | 1,856 | 30.2% |
| 150k+ | 1,802 | 29.3% |
Failure rate by age
By fuel type
| Fuel | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| Diesel | 7,949 | 28.1% |
| Petrol | 113 | 12.4% |
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 1,704 | 26.6% |
| 2022 | 1,647 | 26.7% |
| 2023 | 1,652 | 28.1% |
| 2024 | 1,569 | 28.9% |
| 2025 | 1,490 | 29.3% |
What to check before buying a 2010 Nv200
On a 2010 Nv200, lighting & signalling is what the MOT record says goes wrong most — it appeared in 20.6% of tests. Check these areas before you commit.
- Lighting & signalling (20.6% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Suspension (17.3% of tests): Worn drop links, bushes, springs or shocks — listen for knocks over bumps and check for uneven tyre wear. Typical repair: £150–£450 per corner.
- Brakes (8.3% of tests): Pads/discs are routine wear; binding, imbalance or corroded pipes are more serious — test for pulling under braking. Typical repair: £100–£350 per axle.
Repair costs are rough UK ballpark ranges to set expectations, not quotes — actual prices vary widely by car, parts and garage.
Frequently asked questions
How many 2010 Nissan Nv200s pass their MOT?
72.1% of the 8,062 2010 Nissan Nv200 MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 27.9% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2010 Nissan Nv200?
Lighting & signalling, recorded in 20.6% of tests, followed by suspension (17.3%).
Does the 2010 Nv200 get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 13.1% in the 0-30k band to 29.3% in the 150k+ band.
Methodology & source. Based on 8,062 MOT tests. Dataset: DVSA MOT testing data (2021,2022,2023,2024,2025). Data last updated 2026-07-27. Figures reflect MOT-testable defects only — read the methodology for how these are calculated and what they don't measure.