Nissan Nv300 (2017)
2017 Nissan Nv300
CarHunch analysed 606 real MOT records for the 2017 Nissan Nv300. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
The 2017 Nissan NV300 is right at the UK average with a 79.5% first-time pass rate, but the serious concern here is that 34.3% of these vans have recorded a dangerous defect at some point—well above typical thresholds—making this a significant buyer risk you need to investigate individually before purchase. This is almost entirely a diesel fleet, so fuel type isn't a differentiating factor.
At 66,304 miles median, these vans are running typical mileage for their age, yet they're averaging 1.79 failures and 8.8 advisories per test, suggesting wear and maintenance issues are mounting steadily. Before buying, get a pre-purchase inspection that specifically examines the brake system, suspension, and steering components, as these categories typically drive the dangerous defect rate on commercial vehicles of this age.
What to check before buying a 2017 Nissan Nv300
Practical pre-purchase checks for this age and model.
- 📋 Check the full MOT history. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. Enter the reg below for a full AI analysis.
- 🔍 Inspect for corrosion in person. Brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that's expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.
- 🛞 Check tyres and brakes. The most common advisory items at this age. Budget for replacement if they're near the limit — factor this into your offer price.
- ⚠️ 34.3% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded. Enter the reg below — the full MOT history will show exactly what was flagged and whether it was resolved.
- 📄 Run an HPI check. The MOT history won't show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status — an HPI check will.
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type
| Fuel type | Vehicles | Pass rate | Avg failures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diesel (100%) | 605 | 79.5% | 1.79 |
| Diesel (0%) | 1 | 66.7% | 2 |
Mileage Distribution
Most 2017 Nissan Nv300 vehicles sit in the blue band. If the car you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.
Half of all 2017 Nissan Nv300 vehicles fall between 46,259 and 88,413 miles.
2017 Nissan Nv300 — Still on the Road
Strong survival — 526 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025, 94% of the peak.
Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2020–2025.
MOT History Averages
Most Common MOT Issues — 2017 Nissan Nv300
Based on actual MOT test records for this model. Percentage shows how often each item appears across all vehicles in this cohort.
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33.6%
Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
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31.8%
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
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30.9%
Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin
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23.7%
Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil
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23.3%
Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view
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21.6%
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
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20.5%
Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin
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18.1%
Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction
Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2017. Counts include advisories and failures.
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