Nissan NV200 (2020)

Estimated running costs and MOT pass rates from 257 MOT tests in 2024.

Annual Cost

£2,003

£167/month

MOT Pass Rate

83%

Good

Road Tax

£200

Standard rate/year

Est. Insurance

n/a

1599cc Petrol

Solid Option

83% pass rate, £2,003/year to run. Close to the average across all models.

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Petrol1599cc6 years old257 tests34k miles avg

Annual Running Costs

Fuel (Petrol, 1599cc)

~42 mpg

£1,398

Road Tax

Car rate estimate; vans are taxed differently

£200

MOT Test

£55

Predicted Repairs

£350

Total per year£2,003

Per month£167/mo

Per week£39/wk

Estimates based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), petrol at 174.57p a litre (GOV.UK weekly average, week of 19 October 2026), GOV.UK road tax rates and repair likelihood from MOT data. Insurance not included. Cars registered from April 2017 pay the £200 standard rate, plus £440 a year for five years (from the second year) if they cost over £40,000 new (over £50,000 for electric cars).

Reliability Verdict

83% MOT pass rate(Good)

0%All-model avg: 82%100%

Good reliability. Occasional issues but generally solid. That's close to the average of 82% across all models in our data.

83% of MOT tests on Nissan NV200s from 2020 ended in a pass in 2024, when they were about 4 years old. That's based on 257 tests across the UK, retests included. The average mileage recorded at those tests was 33,836 miles.

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How Does It Compare?

Rank among 2020 models2423rd of 2,554(bottom 6%)

Rank among Nissan models282nd of 635(top half)

vs average of all models+1%(82% avg)

vs 2020 models average-9%(92% avg)

vs Nissan average+2%(81% avg)

Mileage Analysis

33,836

Average miles

29,600

Expected for age

The average 2020 Nissan NV200 had 33,836 miles on the clock at its 2024 MOT, which is in line with the expected 29,600 miles for a 4-year-old car, suggesting normal everyday use.

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Best Year to Buy?

Of the years with at least 100 tests, the 2021 model has the highest MOT pass rate at 87%, while the 2011 model has the lowest at 71%. The 2020 scores 83%. Newer cars usually pass more often simply because they are younger, so compare years of a similar age.

Nissan NV200 by Year

Year	Pass Rate	Tests	Avg Mileage
2021	87%	463	21,909 mi
2020	83%	257	33,836 mi
2019	82%	1,279	58,395 mi
2018	80%	3,110	63,991 mi
2017	80%	3,821	66,333 mi
2016	77%	5,644	79,269 mi
2015	74%	7,435	92,701 mi
2014	73%	5,325	100,687 mi
2013	71%	7,194	112,250 mi
2012	71%	5,395	119,994 mi
2011	71%	4,120	124,968 mi
2010	72%	2,218	121,996 mi
2009	77%	294	117,250 mi

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About the 2020 Nissan NV200

The 2020 Nissan NV200 is a van. Our records list a 1599cc petrol engine, though engines vary between versions. 257 MOT tests were recorded on this model in 2024, making it a less common model in the UK market. It sits in the bottom 6% of 2020 models for MOT pass rate.

With an average of 33,836 miles recorded at its 2024 MOT tests, Nissan NV200 owners drive about as much as the UK average.

2020 Nissan NV200 Fuel Costs

The 1599cc petrol engine offers a reasonable balance between performance and economy. Expect around 42 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £1,398 per year with petrol at 174.57p per litre (GOV.UK weekly average, week of 19 October 2026; based on 7,400 miles per year).

What does it cost to own a 2020 Nissan NV200?

Total estimated annual running cost is £2,003 (£167/month), broken down as £1,398 fuel, £200 road tax, £55 MOT, and £350 predicted repairs. Repair costs are moderate, reflecting the 83% pass rate. Keeping on top of servicing will help avoid surprises.

Nissan NV200 Reliability Trend

Newer Nissan NV200s pass their MOT more often than older ones, by 8 percentage points on average, which is mostly down to age and wear.

Buying a Used 2020 Nissan NV200

At 6 years old, the Nissan NV200 offers good value with plenty of life remaining. Most manufacturer warranties will have expired, so a pre-purchase inspection is worth the cost. If you're flexible on year, the 2021 model has the highest pass rate at 87%.

Common Issues to Watch For

These are typical issues for cars of this age, fuel type and engine size, not faults recorded on this model's MOT tests. Use them as a checklist when you view one.

Service History

Low risk

Always request a full service history. Regular servicing is the single best indicator of how well a car has been maintained, regardless of mileage.

Questions about the 2020 Nissan NV200

Is the 2020 Nissan NV200 reliable?

Good reliability. Occasional issues but generally solid. 83% of MOT tests on 2020 Nissan NV200s ended in a pass, from 257 tests (DVSA MOT data for tests in 2024, retests included). That's 1 point above the average of 82% across all models in the same data.

How much does a 2020 Nissan NV200 cost to run?

Our estimate is £2,003 a year (£167 a month): £1,398 fuel, £200 road tax, £55 MOT and £350 predicted repairs, based on 7,400 miles a year. Insurance is not included.

What is the MOT pass rate for a 2020 Nissan NV200?

83% of 257 MOT tests on the 2020 Nissan NV200 ended in a pass (DVSA MOT data for tests in 2024, retests included). That ranks it 2423rd of 2,554 models first registered in 2020 (bottom 6%).

Which year Nissan NV200 has the best MOT pass rate?

Of the years with at least 100 tests, the 2021 Nissan NV200 has the highest MOT pass rate at 87% and the 2011 the lowest at 71%. Newer cars usually pass more often simply because they are younger and have done fewer miles.

What is the average mileage for a 2020 Nissan NV200?

The average mileage recorded at MOT tests on the 2020 Nissan NV200 is 33,836 miles, which is in line with the expected 29,600 miles for a 4-year-old car, suggesting normal everyday use.