Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2018 Nissan Nv300?

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 Nv300?

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 Nv300?

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 Nv300 vehicles have had dangerous defects recorded?

27% 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 Nv300 reliable?

Based on MOT data from 626 vehicles, the 2018 Nissan Nv300 has a first-time MOT pass rate of 80.6%, 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 Nv300?

The most frequently recorded MOT issues on the 2018 Nissan Nv300 are: Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (33.6% of vehicles), Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (31.8% of vehicles), Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (30.9% 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 Nv300?

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 Nv300 (2018)

626 real MOT outcomes analysed • 80.6% first-time pass rate

2018 Nissan Nv300

CarHunch analysed 626 real MOT records for the 2018 Nissan Nv300. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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The 2018 Nissan NV300's first-time pass rate of 80.6% sits just above the UK average of 80%, suggesting broadly reliable mechanicals—but the dangerous defect rate of 27.3% is a genuine concern, meaning over a quarter of these vans have recorded serious safety issues at some point. This is a commercial vehicle cohort, and that elevated dangerous defect percentage warrants extra scrutiny on any used example you're considering.

At 62,385 miles median for a six-year-old van, these are working vehicles with moderate mileage, and the 1.37 average failures per test reflects typical wear rather than systemic weakness. The high advisory rate of 6.8 items suggests you should budget for incremental maintenance—things like worn suspension components, minor fluid leaks, and brake pad monitoring are common—so factor in realistic upkeep costs before committing to purchase.

The 2018 Nissan Nv300 has a decent first-time pass rate (80.6%), 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

80.6%

UK average ~80%

Around average

Dangerous (ever)

27.3%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

1.37

Over 6.3 tests on record

High

Typical mileage

62k

Middle half: 42k–85k

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 6.8 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 626 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 626 vehicles — figures show how many had each issue flagged at least once in their MOT history.

Tyre wear 33.6%

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

Brake wear 30.9%

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin · Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin · Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

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

Suspension & steering 23.7%

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil · Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil · Nearside 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.

Other issues 23.3%

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view · Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction · COVID-19 6 MONTH EXTENSION · …

Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2018.

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Before you buy a 2018 Nissan Nv300

Based on MOT data from 626 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 27.3% 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

Colour Breakdown

Based on 3,320 Nissan Nv300 vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

White 59.2%

1,967

Grey 26.4%

877

Black 7.1%

235

Blue 4.4%

145

Red 2%

Brown 0.5%

Green 0.4%

Mileage Distribution

Most 2018 Nissan Nv300 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.

62,385

typical

42,486

low mileage

84,638

high mileage

Half of all 2018 Nissan Nv300 vehicles fall between 42,486 and 84,638 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 42,486 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.

✓ 42,486–84,638 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2018 Nissan Nv300s sit.

⚠ Over 114,261 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 Nv300 — Still on the Road

Almost all 2018 Nissan Nv300s are still on the road.

Strong survival — 580 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025, 95% 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

6.3

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

1.37

Avg failures per vehicle

6.8

Avg advisories per vehicle

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