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Nissan NV200 Acenta DCI Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Nissan NV200 Acenta DCI reliable? We analysed 341 real MOT tests across 102 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 341 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
87.7%
Typical Mileage
81,911mi
Annual Mileage
8,830mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

The Nissan NV200 Acenta DCI is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Nissan NV200 Acenta DCI.

Specifications

Nissan NV200 Acenta DCI — specs & performance

Verified from DVLA & DVSA records

A snapshot of the engine, performance, dimensions, fuel economy and running costs for the Nissan NV200 Acenta DCI — drawn from official DVLA vehicle records and the DVSA fuel-economy database.

1461cc
Engine
90bhp
Power
17sec
0–62 mph
53.3mpg
Combined
134g/km
CO₂

Engine & Performance

Engine size
1461cc
Power
90 BHP
0–62 mph
17 sec
Fuel type
Diesel

Body & Dimensions

Body type
LCV
Common colour
Turquoise
Wheel plan
2 Axle Rigid Body

Fuel Economy

Combined
53.3 mpg
Urban
48.7 mpg
Extra-urban
57.6 mpg
Fuel cost / 12k mi
£1478

Tax & Emissions

CO2 output
134 g/km Band E
Emission class
Not Available
Road tax (12 mo.)
£260
Road tax (6 mo.)
£143
Insurance group
27 of 50
Sources: DVLA vehicle register · DVSA fuel-economy database · VCA emissions data. Specifications reflect a representative Nissan NV200 Acenta DCI record and may vary by trim, year and option pack.

Nissan NV200 Acenta DCI Number Plates

Number plates registered to a Nissan NV200 Acenta DCI. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.

Nissan NV200 Acenta DCI Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Nissan NV200 Acenta DCI owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.

Low usage
5,714 mi/yr
Typical
8,830 mi/yr
Average
9,945 mi/yr
Heavy usage
13,669 mi/yr

Nissan NV200 Acenta DCI Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Nissan NV200 Acenta DCI MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
81,911 mi
75th Percentile
113,237 mi
95th Percentile
160,316 mi
Max Recorded
268,317 mi

How Does the Nissan NV200 Acenta DCI Compare?

MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Nissan NV200 Acenta DCI THIS CAR 87.7% 341 81,911 mi — yrs
Nissan Micra 71.4% 10,566,512 55,214 mi 37 yrs
Nissan Qashqai 77.3% 6,506,323 59,398 mi 19 yrs
Nissan Juke 79.3% 3,002,435 49,593 mi 16 yrs
BMW X1 SDRIVE18D Xline Auto 98.1% 158 44,945 mi — yrs

Compared to the Nissan Micra (71.4% pass rate) and the Nissan Qashqai (77.3% pass rate), the Nissan NV200 Acenta DCI outperforms both on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Nissan NV200 Acenta DCI?

The Nissan NV200 Acenta DCI has an overall MOT pass rate of 87.7% across 341 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.

A typical Nissan NV200 Acenta DCI owner drives around 8,830 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.

Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.

Nissan NV200 Acenta DCI — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Nissan NV200 Acenta DCI reliable?
Based on 341 MOT tests, the Nissan NV200 Acenta DCI has a 87.7% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Nissan NV200 Acenta DCI?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Nissan NV200 Acenta DCI do per year?
The typical Nissan NV200 Acenta DCI does around 8,830 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Nissan NV200 Acenta DCI last?
Lifespan data is not yet available for this model.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Nissan NV200 Acenta DCI?
Yes. An MOT pass rate tells you about the model in general, but a vehicle history check reveals the specific car's finance, stolen, write-off and mileage history — things the seller may not disclose.