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MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the Nissan Nv300. Check any Nv300 by registration number below.

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77.8%

Avg Pass Rate

-3.4%

vs Nissan Avg

7

Year Ranges

Good

Reliability

Nissan Nv300 — MOT Reliability Overview

The Nissan Nv300 has an average MOT pass rate of 77.8%, which is 3.4 percentage points below the Nissan brand average of 81.2%. This is a reasonable result that reflects typical UK reliability standards. Regular servicing and addressing advisories promptly will help keep your Nv300 on the road.

The most common reasons a Nissan Nv300 fails its MOT are a steering ball joint with excessive wear or free play, a shock absorber damaged to the extent that it does not function or showing signs of severe leakage, a spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened. If you are preparing your Nv300 for its MOT, checking these areas first could save you a retest fee. Our detailed fault analysis includes estimated repair costs for each failure type.

Before buying a used Nissan Nv300, we recommend checking the full MOT history, write-off status, outstanding finance, and stolen vehicle status. These checks can be done for free using the registration number.

MOT Pass Rate by Year

How the Nissan Nv300 performs at MOT across different model years.

2021

Based on 996 vehicles

85.7%Excellent
Nissan average: 81.2%
Dangerous Defects

4.6%

Retest Rate

14.1%

Mileage at 3yr

74k mi

2020

Based on 890 vehicles

80.9%Good
Nissan average: 81.2%
Dangerous Defects

4.2%

Retest Rate

20.0%

Mileage at 3yr

75k mi

Mileage at 5yr

121k mi

2019

Based on 876 vehicles

79.6%Good
Nissan average: 81.2%
Dangerous Defects

4.6%

Retest Rate

20.8%

Mileage at 3yr

87k mi

Mileage at 5yr

105k mi

2018

Based on 983 vehicles

77.6%Good
Nissan average: 81.2%
Dangerous Defects

3.7%

Retest Rate

22.3%

Mileage at 5yr

106k mi

2017

Based on 1,281 vehicles

72.7%Average
Nissan average: 81.2%
Dangerous Defects

5.1%

Retest Rate

27.7%

Mileage at 5yr

103k mi

2016

Based on 106 vehicles

66.0%Average
Nissan average: 81.2%
Dangerous Defects

11.3%

Retest Rate

40.3%

0

Based on 2,684 vehicles

82.0%Good
Nissan average: 81.2%
Mileage at 5yr

64k mi

Top MOT Failures — Nissan Nv300

The most common reasons a Nissan Nv300 fails its MOT, aggregated across all year ranges.

1

A steering ball joint with excessive wear or free play

3.8%
2

A shock absorber damaged to the extent that it does not function or showing signs of severe leakage

3.7%
3

A spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened

2.6%
4

a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm

2.4%
5

The aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements

2.3%
Nissan Nv300 Common Faults & Repair Costs

Where Failures Occur

The areas of the vehicle most commonly flagged during MOT inspections.

Front Nearside

4.6%

Front Offside

4.2%

Rear Nearside

2.4%

Other Nissan Models

Compare MOT reliability across Nissan models.

Nissan Skyline

92.4% pass rate

Nissan Patrol

74.5% pass rate

Nissan Vanette

41.8% pass rate

Nissan Qashqai (j10 )

93.3% pass rate

Nissan Serena

69.7% pass rate

Nissan Qashqai Tekna Dig-t Mhev

96.3% pass rate

Useful MOT Guides

Common MOT Failures

The most common reasons UK vehicles fail their MOT — and how to prepare.

MOT Checklist

Pre-MOT checklist to improve your chances of passing first time.

Advisory vs Failure

Understanding the difference between MOT advisories and failures.

See detailed fault analysis for Nissan Nv300

Nissan Nv300 — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Nissan Nv300 MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the Nissan Nv300?
The average MOT pass rate for the Nissan Nv300 is 77.8% compared to the Nissan average of 81.2%. Pass rates vary by year — check the year-by-year breakdown on this page for details.
What are the most common MOT failures on a Nissan Nv300?
The most common MOT failures on the Nissan Nv300 are: A steering ball joint with excessive wear or free play (3.8%), A shock absorber damaged to the extent that it does not function or showing signs of severe leakage (3.7%), A spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened (2.6%). These are the components most likely to cause an MOT failure.
Is the Nissan Nv300 reliable?
With an average MOT pass rate of 77.8%, the Nissan Nv300 is rated as "Good" for reliability. This is a strong result suggesting good build quality and fewer common defects.
How do I check the MOT history of a Nissan Nv300?
Enter the vehicle's registration number in the search box at the top of this page. You will instantly see the complete MOT history including every test result, mileage readings, advisories, and dangerous defects — completely free.
What mileage should I expect on a Nissan Nv300?
Typical mileage for the Nissan Nv300: 73,959 miles at 3 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used Nv300 to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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