Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2011 Nissan 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 2011 Nissan 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 2011 Nissan 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 2011 Nissan Nv200 vehicles have had dangerous defects recorded?

50% 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 2011 Nissan Nv200 reliable?

Based on MOT data from 2,810 vehicles, the 2011 Nissan Nv200 has a first-time MOT pass rate of 71.8%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

What are common problems with the 2011 Nissan Nv200?

The most frequently recorded MOT issues on the 2011 Nissan Nv200 are: Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (61.8% of vehicles), Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (57.1% of vehicles), Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (53.3% 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 2011 Nissan 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 Nv200 (2011)

2,810 real MOT outcomes analysed • 71.8% first-time pass rate

2011 Nissan Nv200

CarHunch analysed 2,810 real MOT records for the 2011 Nissan Nv200. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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The 2011 Nissan NV200 is a noticeably weaker performer than the UK average, with a first-time MOT pass rate of 71.8% against the national baseline of 80%, and nearly half of these vans (49.7%) will experience a dangerous defect at some point in their life—a serious red flag for any potential buyer. The diesel variant, which dominates the dataset at 2,784 vehicles, shows virtually no difference at 71.6%, so fuel type offers no reliability advantage here.

With a median mileage of 87,900 miles for a 13-year-old van, these are moderate-use vehicles, yet they're averaging 4.42 failures per test and accumulating 20.1 advisories, suggesting systemic wear issues rather than isolated problems. If you're considering one, factor in above-average maintenance costs and insist on a full pre-purchase inspection focusing on structural integrity and brake systems, where dangerous defects are most likely to emerge.

The 2011 Nissan Nv200 has a below-average first-time pass rate (71.8% vs ~80% UK average) — check the specific vehicle's full MOT history carefully before buying.

⚠️ 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

71.8%

UK average ~80%

Below average

Dangerous (ever)

49.7%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

4.42

Over 14.6 tests on record

High

Typical mileage

88k

Middle half: 65k–113k

For context

⚠️ Below average. More vehicles in this cohort fail their first MOT than typical. Scrutinise this vehicle's history — look for recurring issues, not just the latest result.

🔧 Expect consumable spend. An average of 20.1 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 2,810 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 2,810 vehicles — figures show how many had each issue flagged at least once in their MOT history.

Suspension & steering 61.8%

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play · Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play · Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play · …

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

Tyre wear 57.1%

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge · Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge · Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge · …

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

Lighting 32.6%

Nearside Front Position lamp not working · Offside Front Position lamp not working

Usually cheap to fix. Worth confirming all lights work before collecting.

Other issues 31.7%

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view · Oil leak, but not excessive

Brake wear 29.5%

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

Ask the seller when brakes were last serviced. If they don't know, factor in the cost.

Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2011.

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Before you buy a 2011 Nissan Nv200

Based on MOT data from 2,810 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 49.7% 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
Diesel (99%)	2,784	71.6%	4.45

Colour Breakdown

Based on 30,146 Nissan Nv200 vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

White 71.6%

21,587

Silver 8.3%

2,489

Grey 6.9%

2,086

Black 6%

1,809

Red 3.9%

1,176

Blue 2.3%

680

Turquoise 0.6%

188

Green 0.2%

Yellow 0.1%

Bronze 0.1%

Beige 0.1%

Multi-colour 0%

Mileage Distribution

Most 2011 Nissan 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.

87,908

typical

65,342

low mileage

113,406

high mileage

Half of all 2011 Nissan Nv200 vehicles fall between 65,342 and 113,406 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 65,342 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.

✓ 65,342–113,406 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2011 Nissan Nv200s sit.

⚠ Over 153,098 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2011 Nissan Nv200 — Still on the Road

Most 2011 Nissan Nv200s are still being driven.

1,932 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 — 73% of the peak remain.

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

14.6

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

4.42

Avg failures per vehicle

20.1

Avg advisories per vehicle

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