2020 Nissan Nv200 — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 581 MOT tests, the 2020 Nissan Nv200 recorded an 85.7% pass rate. That is effectively the same as vans of a similar age (13.7% fail rate), so the MOT record here is unremarkable in either direction. Failures cluster in lighting & signalling, visibility and tyres.
What the MOT record shows
One area stands out: lighting & signalling, recorded in 8.9% of tests against 5.9% for the next-worst category.
At component level the recurring items are wipers, headlamp aim and position lamp — wipers alone was recorded 29 times.
Condition tracks the odometer closely. Failures run at 11.6% in the 0-30k band and 27.5% in the 90-120k band, a 15.9-point spread — more than double.
Tyres is the most common advisory, noted on 20.5% of tests — work that passed today but is likely due soon.
The trend is worsening — 10.0% of tests failed in 2021 against 14.2% in 2025, the usual pattern as a fleet ages.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lighting & signalling | 8.9% | 52 |
| 2 | Visibility | 5.9% | 34 |
| 3 | Tyres | 4.7% | 27 |
| 4 | Brakes | 3.1% | 18 |
| 5 | Seat belts & restraints | 2.4% | 14 |
| 6 | Body, structure & corrosion | 1.4% | 8 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Wipers | 29 |
| 2 | Headlamp aim | 22 |
| 3 | Position lamp | 15 |
| 4 | Rear fog lamp | 13 |
| 5 | Washers | 8 |
| 6 | Tread depth | 8 |
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 | 20.5% | 119 |
| 2 | Brakes | 14.6% | 85 |
| 3 | Lighting & signalling | 5.5% | 32 |
| 4 | Other defects | 4.7% | 27 |
| 5 | Suspension | 4.7% | 27 |
| 6 | Visibility | 3.1% | 18 |
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 | 301 | 11.6% |
| 30-60k | 145 | 14.5% |
| 60-90k | 83 | 18.1% |
| 90-120k | 40 | 27.5% |
Failure rate by age
By fuel type
| Fuel | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| Electric | 441 | 13.2% |
| Petrol | 123 | 17.9% |
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 30 | 10.0% |
| 2022 | 48 | 10.4% |
| 2023 | 162 | 14.2% |
| 2024 | 172 | 16.3% |
| 2025 | 169 | 14.2% |
What to check before buying a 2020 Nv200
The failure pattern for this year is specific enough to inspect against: lighting & signalling accounted for 8.9% of tests. Start there.
- Lighting & signalling (8.9% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Visibility (5.9% 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.
- Tyres (4.7% 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.
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 2020 Nissan Nv200s pass their MOT?
85.7% of the 581 2020 Nissan Nv200 MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 14.3% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2020 Nissan Nv200?
Lighting & signalling, recorded in 8.9% of tests, followed by visibility (5.9%).
Does the 2020 Nv200 get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 11.6% in the 0-30k band to 27.5% in the 90-120k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 581 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.