Nissan Vanette Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Nissan Vanette reliable? We analysed 206,210 real MOT tests across 22,429 vehicles to find out.
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The Nissan Vanette is below average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, brake pipe excessively corroded and suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Nissan Vanette.
Nissan Vanette Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Nissan Vanette. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Nissan Vanette MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Nissan Vanette to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Nissan Vanette Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Nissan Vanette fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Nissan Vanette Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Nissan Vanette owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Nissan Vanette MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Nissan Vanette year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 88 | 60.2% | 95,598 | 118,516 | 243,132 |
| 2009 | 111 | 61.3% | 67,493 | 93,325 | 112,774 |
| 2008 | 84 | 71.4% | 69,860 | 126,296 | 156,648 |
| 2007 | 92 | 71.7% | 114,792 | 140,755 | 169,235 |
| 2006 | 75 | 66.7% | 83,994 | 107,861 | 163,682 |
| 2005 | 93 | 69.9% | 57,048 | 125,085 | 174,187 |
| 2004 | 113 | 58.4% | 70,649 | 128,705 | 161,820 |
| 2003 | 157 | 66.9% | 71,782 | 98,770 | 141,507 |
| 2002 | 18,356 | 65.0% | 54,211 | 76,785 | 102,377 |
| 2001 | 43,536 | 62.8% | 57,759 | 78,538 | 101,798 |
| 2000 | 38,781 | 62.9% | 64,613 | 85,074 | 108,633 |
| 1999 | 30,572 | 62.4% | 70,179 | 92,406 | 118,028 |
| 1998 | 23,442 | 61.7% | 73,709 | 96,924 | 122,895 |
| 1997 | 17,325 | 61.1% | 81,161 | 104,702 | 130,072 |
| 1996 | 12,375 | 60.7% | 80,617 | 105,236 | 131,912 |
| 1995 | 6,981 | 60.6% | 77,489 | 104,226 | 131,305 |
| 1994 | 3,139 | 62.2% | 73,789 | 98,268 | 123,592 |
| 1993 | 2,731 | 61.1% | 73,482 | 96,701 | 131,410 |
| 1992 | 2,817 | 63.2% | 77,986 | 102,150 | 130,038 |
| 1991 | 1,927 | 62.3% | 76,595 | 101,902 | 124,184 |
How Long Does a Nissan Vanette Last?
Based on 22,429 Nissan Vanette vehicles on UK roads.
Nissan Vanette Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Nissan Vanette MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.
Best Year to Buy a Used Nissan Vanette
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
71.7% MOT pass rate from 92 tests
56.7% MOT pass rate from 104 tests
The best year to buy a used Nissan Vanette is 2007, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 71.7% across 92 tests. The 1987 model year has the lowest pass rate at 56.7% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Nissan Vanette Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nissan Vanette THIS CAR | 62.5% | 206,210 | 89,565 mi | 34 yrs |
| Nissan Micra | 71.4% | 10,566,512 | 55,214 mi | 37 yrs |
| Nissan Qashqai | 77.3% | 6,506,323 | 59,398 mi | 19 yrs |
| Nissan Juke | 79.3% | 3,002,435 | 49,593 mi | 16 yrs |
| MG B | 78.1% | 191,608 | 39,292 mi | 63 yrs |
Compared to the Nissan Micra (71.4% pass rate) and the Nissan Qashqai (77.3% pass rate), the Nissan Vanette trails behind on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Nissan VanetteShould you buy a used Nissan Vanette?
The Nissan Vanette has an overall MOT pass rate of 62.5% across 206,210 real MOT tests — below the UK average, so reliability should be a key concern.
The most common problems on the Nissan Vanette are suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (32,381 recorded failures), brake pipe excessively corroded (31,566), and suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (16,564). These are the faults most likely to cause an MOT failure on this model, so check for them carefully on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection. Many are wear-and-tear items that can be budgeted for, but a car that's already failing on multiple fronts may signal neglected maintenance.
A typical Nissan Vanette owner drives around 5,235 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.
In terms of longevity, most Nissan Vanette models stay on UK roads for around 34 years — a strong showing that suggests solid build quality and readily available parts. If you're buying one that's already approaching that window, the data suggests it has plenty of life left provided it's been maintained.
Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.