NISSAN VANETTE (1999)
Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 93 real MOT tests in 2024.
MOT Pass Rate
68%
Total Tests (2024)
93
Avg Mileage
94,347 mi
Est. Annual Cost
£2,250
Is the 1999 NISSAN VANETTE reliable?
Below average reliability. Budget extra for maintenance and repairs. That's 14 points below the national average of 82%. It falls below the NISSAN brand average of 81%.
At 25 years old, 68% of NISSAN VANETTEs from 1999 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 93 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 94,347 miles.
How does the 1999 NISSAN VANETTE compare?
Mileage Analysis
The average 1999 NISSAN VANETTE has 94,347 miles on the clock, which is below the expected 185,000 miles for a 25-year-old car. This suggests lighter use than average, which generally means less wear on major components.
How much does a 1999 NISSAN VANETTE cost to run?
Higher than average due to low pass rate
Based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), current fuel prices, and repair likelihood from MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.
NISSAN VANETTE by Year
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About the 1999 NISSAN VANETTE
The 1999 NISSAN VANETTE is a large car with a 2283cc diesel engine. 93 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a rare model on UK roads. It sits in the bottom 82% of 1999 cars for MOT pass rates.
With an average of 94,347 miles at 25 years old, NISSAN VANETTE owners tend to use this car less than the typical driver.
1999 NISSAN VANETTE Fuel Costs
The 2283cc diesel engine offers a reasonable balance between performance and economy. Expect around 40 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £1,245 per year at current diesel prices of 148p per litre (based on 7,400 miles per year). Diesel cars of this age should have their DPF (diesel particulate filter) checked, as replacements can be costly.
What does it cost to own a 1999 NISSAN VANETTE?
Total estimated annual running cost is £2,250 (£188/month), broken down as £1245 fuel, £250 road tax, £55 MOT, and £700 predicted repairs. The higher repair estimate reflects the 68% MOT pass rate. Cars in this bracket tend to need work on suspension, brakes, and emissions components.
NISSAN VANETTE Reliability Trend
The NISSAN VANETTE has maintained consistent MOT pass rates across model years, varying by only 2 percentage points.
Buying a Used 1999 NISSAN VANETTE
At 25 years old, the NISSAN VANETTE is firmly in budget territory. Purchase prices are low, but check for rust, worn suspension bushes, and electrical gremlins. A full service history is especially valuable at this age. Note: with only 93 tests in our data, these figures should be treated as indicative rather than definitive.
Alternatives to the 1999 NISSAN VANETTE
If reliability is your priority, there are 4 similar cars with a higher MOT pass rate. Here are comparable diesel cars with similar engines:
- VOLKSWAGEN GOLF (2001) 72% pass rate (+4%) from 15,315 tests
- VOLKSWAGEN TRANSPORTER (1999) 70% pass rate (+2%) from 12,854 tests
- LAND ROVER DEFENDER (1997) 76% pass rate (+8%) from 10,084 tests
- LAND ROVER DISCOVERY (2001) 75% pass rate (+7%) from 6,308 tests