2019 Nissan Nv200 — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 4,027 MOT tests analysed for the 2019 Nissan Nv200, the most common recorded failure areas were lighting & signalling, tyres and visibility. Its pass rate of 81.0% was below the average for vans of a similar age (84.9%). Higher-mileage examples failed more often — 28.2% in the 150k+ group versus 12.4% in the 0-30k group.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lighting & signalling | 17.4% | 702 |
| 2 | Tyres | 6.5% | 263 |
| 3 | Visibility | 5.8% | 235 |
| 4 | Suspension | 5.1% | 204 |
| 5 | Brakes | 4.4% | 176 |
| 6 | Emissions & environmental | 1.5% | 62 |
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 | 379 |
| 2 | Wipers | 222 |
| 3 | Tread depth | 196 |
| 4 | Headlamp | 196 |
| 5 | Headlamp aim | 189 |
| 6 | Registration plate lamp(s) | 155 |
Top advisory categories
Advisories aren't failures, but they flag work likely needed soon — useful when budgeting.
| # | Category | % of tests with advisory | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 21.2% | 855 |
| 2 | Brakes | 11.8% | 476 |
| 3 | Lighting & signalling | 10.4% | 417 |
| 4 | Suspension | 7.9% | 317 |
| 5 | Visibility | 7.2% | 289 |
| 6 | Other defects | 5.1% | 204 |
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 | 1,108 | 12.4% |
| 30-60k | 1,453 | 19.3% |
| 60-90k | 837 | 22.9% |
| 90-120k | 401 | 22.7% |
| 120-150k | 150 | 28.7% |
| 150k+ | 78 | 28.2% |
Failure rate by age
By fuel type
| Fuel | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| Diesel | 3,238 | 20.0% |
| Electric | 617 | 16.2% |
| Petrol | 172 | 10.5% |
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 104 | 16.4% |
| 2022 | 954 | 16.5% |
| 2023 | 1,012 | 19.2% |
| 2024 | 961 | 18.2% |
| 2025 | 996 | 22.4% |
What to check before buying a 2019 Nv200
Before buying a 2019 Nissan Nv200, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Lighting & signalling accounted for 17.4% of tests for this year.
- Lighting & signalling (17.4% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Tyres (6.5% of tests): Usually a quick, known-cost fix, but check tread, age and uneven wear (which can hint at alignment or suspension issues). Typical repair: £50–£120 per tyre.
- Visibility (5.8% of tests): Wipers, washers, mirrors and screen damage — usually inexpensive, but check for chips in the driver's line of sight. Typical repair: £15–£150.
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 2019 Nissan Nv200s pass their MOT?
81.0% of the 4,027 2019 Nissan Nv200 MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 19.0% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2019 Nissan Nv200?
Lighting & signalling, recorded in 17.4% of tests, followed by tyres (6.5%).
Does the 2019 Nv200 get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 12.4% in the 0-30k band to 28.2% in the 150k+ band.
Methodology & source. Based on 4,027 MOT tests. Dataset: DVSA MOT testing data (2021,2022,2023,2024,2025). Data last updated 2026-07-01. Figures reflect MOT-testable defects only — read the methodology for how these are calculated and what they don't measure.