2018 Nissan E-Nv200 — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 2,334 MOT tests analysed for the 2018 Nissan E-Nv200, the most common recorded failure areas were tyres, lighting & signalling and visibility. Its pass rate of 83.0% was below the average for cars of a similar age (89.0%). Higher-mileage examples failed more often — 30.1% in the 90-120k group versus 14.5% in the 0-30k group.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 11.0% | 256 |
| 2 | Lighting & signalling | 9.1% | 213 |
| 3 | Visibility | 5.4% | 127 |
| 4 | Brakes | 3.7% | 86 |
| 5 | Suspension | 2.1% | 49 |
| 6 | Body, structure & corrosion | 0.7% | 17 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Wipers | 132 |
| 2 | Tyre pressure monitoring system | 116 |
| 3 | Tread depth | 74 |
| 4 | Headlamp aim | 72 |
| 5 | Position lamp | 62 |
| 6 | Stop lamp | 33 |
Top advisory categories
Advisories aren't failures, but they flag work likely needed soon — useful when budgeting.
| # | Category | % of tests with advisory | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 24.2% | 564 |
| 2 | Brakes | 13.2% | 308 |
| 3 | Lighting & signalling | 5.4% | 127 |
| 4 | Suspension | 5.1% | 119 |
| 5 | Other defects | 4.2% | 99 |
| 6 | Visibility | 3.4% | 80 |
Failure rate by mileage
Higher-mileage cars tend to fail more — often the most useful guide to real condition.
| Mileage band | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 0-30k | 1,174 | 14.5% |
| 30-60k | 825 | 17.8% |
| 60-90k | 237 | 22.8% |
| 90-120k | 73 | 30.1% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 453 | 14.6% |
| 2022 | 470 | 15.3% |
| 2023 | 467 | 17.1% |
| 2024 | 484 | 19.2% |
| 2025 | 460 | 18.9% |
What to check before buying a 2018 E-Nv200
Before buying a 2018 Nissan E-Nv200, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Tyres accounted for 11.0% of tests for this year.
- Tyres (11.0% of tests): Usually a quick, known-cost fix, but check tread, age and uneven wear (which can hint at alignment or suspension issues). Typical repair: £50–£120 per tyre.
- Lighting & signalling (9.1% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Visibility (5.4% of tests): Wipers, washers, mirrors and screen damage — usually inexpensive, but check for chips in the driver's line of sight. Typical repair: £15–£150.
Repair costs are rough UK ballpark ranges to set expectations, not quotes — actual prices vary widely by car, parts and garage.
Frequently asked questions
How many 2018 Nissan E-Nv200s pass their MOT?
83.0% of the 2,334 2018 Nissan E-Nv200 MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 17.1% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2018 Nissan E-Nv200?
Tyres, recorded in 11.0% of tests, followed by lighting & signalling (9.1%).
Does the 2018 E-Nv200 get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 14.5% in the 0-30k band to 30.1% in the 90-120k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 2,334 MOT tests. Dataset: DVSA MOT testing data (2021,2022,2023,2024,2025). Data last updated 2026-07-01. Figures reflect MOT-testable defects only — read the methodology for how these are calculated and what they don't measure.