Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2018 Nissan E Nv200?

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 2018 Nissan E Nv200?

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 2018 Nissan E Nv200?

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 2018 Nissan E Nv200 vehicles have had dangerous defects recorded?

25% 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 2018 Nissan E Nv200 reliable?

Based on MOT data from 421 vehicles, the 2018 Nissan E Nv200 has a first-time MOT pass rate of 81%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

What are common problems with the 2018 Nissan E Nv200?

The most frequently recorded MOT issues on the 2018 Nissan E Nv200 are: Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (0.5% of vehicles), Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (0.5% of vehicles), Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (0.2% of vehicles). These figures are based on actual MOT test records — search a specific registration on CarHunch to see its individual history.

Do I need an HPI check when buying a 2018 Nissan E Nv200?

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 E Nv200 (2018)

421 real MOT outcomes analysed • 81% first-time pass rate

2018 Nissan E Nv200

CarHunch analysed 421 real MOT records for the 2018 Nissan E Nv200. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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Moderate sample. 421 vehicles on record. Figures are indicative — the specific vehicle's history matters more than these averages.

The 2018 Nissan E-NV200 posts an 81% first-time pass rate, marginally ahead of the UK average, but one quarter of these vehicles have recorded a dangerous defect at some point—a notably high figure that warrants close inspection of any used example. This is an electric van, and the baseline reliability is solid for its age and mileage.

At 30,359 miles median (34,406 average), these vans have been driven moderately and show 1.3 failures per vehicle on test, though advisories average 5.3 per van, suggesting accumulated wear in secondary systems like brakes and suspension. When shopping for one, insist on a full pre-purchase inspection and service history, and specifically ask the seller about any previous warning lights or repair work—the dangerous-defect history means you're buying one that needs checking under the skin, not just cosmetics.

The 2018 Nissan E Nv200 has a decent first-time pass rate (81%), but a higher-than-average share of vehicles have had serious defects recorded — the individual vehicle's history matters a lot here.

⚠️ 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

81%

UK average ~80%

Around average

Dangerous (ever)

25.2%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

1.3

Over 6 tests on record

High

Typical mileage

30k

Middle half: 18k–44k

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 5.3 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 421 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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What tends to go wrong

Across 421 vehicles — figures show how many had each issue flagged at least once in their MOT history.

Tyre wear 0.5%

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge · Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge · Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on outer shoulder · …

Budget for a full set — on a vehicle this age, tyres are expected consumables. An inspection will confirm how much is left.

Suspension & steering 0.2%

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken

Harder to spot without a ramp — this is a good reason to book a pre-purchase inspection.

Wipers & washers 0.2%

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively · Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective · Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective

Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2018.

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Before you buy a 2018 Nissan E Nv200

Based on MOT data from 421 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 25.2% 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
Electric (100%)	420	81%	1.3

Colour Breakdown

Based on 6,470 Nissan E Nv200 vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

White 81.7%

5,288

Silver 5.2%

338

Black 4.9%

318

Grey 3.5%

229

Red 3.1%

198

Blue 1.1%

Green 0.3%

Yellow 0.1%

Mileage Distribution

Most 2018 Nissan E Nv200 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.

30,359

typical

17,722

low mileage

43,975

high mileage

Half of all 2018 Nissan E Nv200 vehicles fall between 17,722 and 43,975 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 17,722 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.

✓ 17,722–43,975 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2018 Nissan E Nv200s sit.

⚠ Over 59,366 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2018 Nissan E Nv200 — Still on the Road

Almost all 2018 Nissan E Nv200s are still on the road.

Strong survival — 373 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025, 97% of the peak.

Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2021–2025.

MOT History Averages

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

1.3

Avg failures per vehicle

5.3

Avg advisories per vehicle

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