2021 Nissan Nv250 Tekna — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 817 MOT tests analysed for the 2021 Nissan Nv250 Tekna, the most common recorded failure areas were lighting & signalling, tyres and visibility. Its pass rate of 83.2% was below the average for cars of a similar age (91.2%). Higher-mileage examples failed more often — 21.1% in the 90-120k group versus 9.3% in the 0-30k group.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lighting & signalling | 14.4% | 118 |
| 2 | Tyres | 7.7% | 63 |
| 3 | Visibility | 3.5% | 29 |
| 4 | Brakes | 3.5% | 29 |
| 5 | Emissions & environmental | 2.3% | 19 |
| 6 | Suspension | 1.0% | 8 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Stop lamp | 79 |
| 2 | Tread depth | 37 |
| 3 | Brake pads | 32 |
| 4 | Registration plate lamp(s) | 26 |
| 5 | Headlamp aim | 19 |
| 6 | Wipers | 18 |
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 | 26.6% | 217 |
| 2 | Brakes | 18.6% | 152 |
| 3 | Visibility | 10.5% | 86 |
| 4 | Lighting & signalling | 8.6% | 70 |
| 5 | Other defects | 3.8% | 31 |
| 6 | Suspension | 1.1% | 9 |
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 | 204 | 9.3% |
| 30-60k | 370 | 18.9% |
| 60-90k | 194 | 19.1% |
| 90-120k | 38 | 21.1% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 402 | 15.9% |
| 2025 | 402 | 17.4% |
What to check before buying a 2021 Nv250 Tekna
Before buying a 2021 Nissan Nv250 Tekna, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Lighting & signalling accounted for 14.4% of tests for this year.
- Lighting & signalling (14.4% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Tyres (7.7% 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.
- Visibility (3.5% 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 2021 Nissan Nv250 Teknas pass their MOT?
83.2% of the 817 2021 Nissan Nv250 Tekna MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 16.8% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2021 Nissan Nv250 Tekna?
Lighting & signalling, recorded in 14.4% of tests, followed by tyres (7.7%).
Does the 2021 Nv250 Tekna get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 9.3% in the 0-30k band to 21.1% in the 90-120k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 817 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.