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

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Is the Nissan NV200 SE DCI reliable? We analysed 526 real MOT tests across 118 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 526 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
78.1%
Typical Mileage
106,894mi
Annual Mileage
7,633mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

The Nissan NV200 SE 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 SE DCI.

Specifications

Nissan NV200 SE DCI — specs & performance

Verified from DVLA & DVSA records

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

1461cc
Engine
90bhp
Power
53.3mpg
Combined
135g/km
CO₂

Engine & Performance

Engine size
1461cc
Power
90 BHP
Fuel type
Diesel

Body & Dimensions

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

Nissan NV200 SE DCI Number Plates

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

Nissan NV200 SE DCI Mileage — What's Normal?

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

Low usage
4,611 mi/yr
Typical
7,633 mi/yr
Average
9,065 mi/yr
Heavy usage
10,871 mi/yr

Nissan NV200 SE DCI Mileage Distribution

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

Median
106,894 mi
75th Percentile
137,627 mi
95th Percentile
211,113 mi
Max Recorded
289,362 mi

How Does the Nissan NV200 SE 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 SE DCI THIS CAR 78.1% 526 106,894 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
Ldv 400 Series D 3.5 58.1% 589 94,886 mi 32 yrs

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

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Should you buy a used Nissan NV200 SE DCI?

The Nissan NV200 SE DCI has an overall MOT pass rate of 78.1% across 526 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.

A typical Nissan NV200 SE DCI owner drives around 7,633 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 SE DCI — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Nissan NV200 SE DCI reliable?
Based on 526 MOT tests, the Nissan NV200 SE DCI has a 78.1% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Nissan NV200 SE DCI?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Nissan NV200 SE DCI do per year?
The typical Nissan NV200 SE DCI does around 7,633 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Nissan NV200 SE DCI last?
Lifespan data is not yet available for this model.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Nissan NV200 SE 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.