Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2000 Nissan 200 Sx?

Yes. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. A full MOT history analysis will highlight patterns that a single test result won't reveal.

What corrosion should I look for when inspecting a 2000 Nissan 200 Sx?

Check brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that is expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.

How are tyres and brakes typically on a 2000 Nissan 200 Sx?

Tyres and brakes are the most common advisory items on vehicles of this age. Budget for replacement if they are near the limit, and factor this into your offer price.

How many 2000 Nissan 200 Sx vehicles have had dangerous defects recorded?

24% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded. Search the registration on CarHunch — the full MOT history will show exactly what was flagged and whether it was resolved.

Is the 2000 Nissan 200 Sx reliable?

Based on MOT data from 598 vehicles, the 2000 Nissan 200 Sx has a first-time MOT pass rate of 76.9%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

Do I need an HPI check when buying a 2000 Nissan 200 Sx?

Yes. The MOT history will not show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status. An HPI check covers these areas and should be part of any used car purchase.

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Nissan 200 Sx (2000)

598 real MOT outcomes analysed • 76.9% first-time pass rate

2000 Nissan 200 Sx

CarHunch analysed 598 real MOT records for the 2000 Nissan 200 Sx. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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The 2000 Nissan 200SX passes its MOT first time in 76.8% of cases, sitting 3.2 percentage points below the UK average—a modest shortfall that suggests slightly above-average wear and tear for a car now over two decades old. More concerning is that nearly a quarter of these vehicles (23.6%) have recorded a dangerous defect at some point, which is notably higher than typical and warrants a thorough pre-purchase inspection.

At roughly 80,000 miles median mileage, these cars have covered typical ground for their age. The average vehicle racks up 3.12 failures and 15.3 advisories per test, pointing to cumulative corrosion, suspension wear, and electrical gremlins—common complaints on ageing Japanese sports cars. Before buying, insist on a full service history check and have any prospective purchase independently examined by a specialist familiar with 200SX models, particularly around brake and suspension components.

The 2000 Nissan 200 Sx passes its MOT first time at roughly the UK average rate (76.9%) — solid but worth checking this vehicle's history carefully.

⚠️ Over 1 in 5 of these vehicles have had a dangerous MOT failure at some point — usually tyres or brakes, and often a one-off issue rather than a persistent problem. The group stats won't tell you which one you're looking at.

First-time pass

76.9%

UK average ~80%

Around average

Dangerous (ever)

23.6%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

3.12

Over 12.3 tests on record

High

Typical mileage

80k

Middle half: 63k–98k

For context

🔧 Average reliability. Passes at roughly the UK rate — not a standout, not a problem vehicle. Individual history makes all the difference.

🔧 Expect consumable spend. An average of 15.3 advisories per vehicle tells you wear items (tyres, brakes) get flagged regularly. Budget for them — they're not surprises.

🔍 The dangerous defect figure is real. Most are one-off tyre failures or brake issues — not structural problems. But it's exactly why checking the individual vehicle's history is essential, not optional.

These stats describe 598 vehicles as a group. The specific vehicle you're looking at could be the one good example or the one outlier. Run its registration to find out.

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Based on MOT data from 598 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 23.6% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded - recurring advisories often signal problems years before they become failures.
Search the reg on CarHunch for the full MOT history, reliability stats and a free AI-powered analysis of that exact vehicle.
🔍 Brake pipes, sills and subframes are the key areas on a vehicle this age — structural rust is hard to spot without getting underneath. A mechanic will check all of this before you commit, and give you a concrete basis to negotiate on price. Inspection →
📄 Outstanding finance, insurance write-offs and clocking won't appear in the MOT records — a dedicated history check covers all of this. Our link gets you 20% off automatically. History Get 20% off via CarHunch

Pass Rate by Fuel Type

Fuel type	Vehicles	Pass rate	Avg failures
Petrol (100%)	597	76.9%	3.11

Colour Breakdown

Based on 12,914 Nissan 200 Sx vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

Red 29.4%

3,796

Blue 18.8%

2,432

Green 11.9%

1,543

Black 11%

1,423

White 10.2%

1,316

Grey 8.6%

1,117

Purple 3.3%

427

Silver 2.4%

313

Gold 1.9%

245

Cream 1.6%

202

Yellow 0.4%

Orange 0.3%

Mileage Distribution

Most 2000 Nissan 200 Sx vehicles sit in the blue band. If the vehicle you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.

79,988

typical

62,942

low mileage

97,929

high mileage

Half of all 2000 Nissan 200 Sx vehicles fall between 62,942 and 97,929 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 62,942 miles — lower than most. Could be great, or could be a vehicle that rarely moved. Check test frequency and mileage progression in the MOT history.

✓ 62,942–97,929 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2000 Nissan 200 Sxs sit.

⚠ Over 132,204 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2000 Nissan 200 Sx — Still on the Road

Numbers are thinning — 40% of 2000 Nissan 200 Sxs are still active.

Numbers are declining — 112 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 (40% of peak).

Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2014–2025.
* The 2020 dip reflects the government's COVID-19 MOT exemption, which allowed certificates to be extended by six months — fewer tests were conducted that year.

MOT History Averages

12.3

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

3.12

Avg failures per vehicle

15.3

Avg advisories per vehicle

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