2020 Nissan NV400 Tekna DCI 2.3L Diesel · BD70 BPK

A clean and stable DVSA record accompanies this NV400 Tekna dCi, with three consecutive passes and only a minor advisory concerning a nail in the nearside rear tyre noted at the most recent test on 15 October 2025. Prior tests in September 2024 and September 2023 also returned clean passes with no advisories or failures recorded. The absence of any flagged corrosion, suspension, brake, or structural advisories over the three-year testing window suggests that, from an MOT standpoint, the vehicle has not exhibited the kind of wear patterns that typically lead to failures on high-mileage light commercial vehicles. However, it should be noted that the MOT is a roadworthiness snapshot at the time of test and does not capture the condition of consumables or components that may have been replaced or serviced between tests. Buyers should still treat the clean record as a baseline rather than a guarantee of underlying mechanical health. With an indicated 92,403 miles on a 2020 vehicle, this NV400 is accumulating mileage at approximately 15,400 miles per annum, a rate consistent with active commercial or fleet use rather than private ownership. Such mileage typically accelerates wear on braking components, particularly discs and pads, as well as clutches, dual-mass flywheels, suspension bushes, and driveline mounts. The lack of MOT advisories relating to brake condition or suspension components across all three recorded tests is notable, but the high annual mileage means these items are likely approaching or already at service intervals. The single tyre-related advisory is minor in isolation, though on a vehicle of this weight and usage profile, regular tyre inspection for tread depth, sidewall damage, and uneven wear is essential, particularly given the rear-wheel-drive configuration and the load-carrying duties the NV400 is designed for. From a pre-purchase inspection perspective, particular attention should be paid to the braking system, as commercial vehicles of this mileage commonly show disc wear, pad material reduction, and potential caliper slide or guide pin binding due to heat cycling under load. On a test drive, listen for scraping noises, feel for any judder through the brake pedal under firm application, and check for the vehicle pulling to one side under braking, which can indicate uneven pad wear or a seizing caliper. The steering should be checked for any slack, knocking, or uneven tyre wear patterns visible on the front axle, as worn track rod ends, drop links, or suspension arms are common on heavily used vans and would warrant closer inspection of the front suspension geometry. The suspension, clutch, and drivetrain warrant specific evaluation given the high recorded mileage. On a test drive, listen for clonking or knocking noises from the front suspension over speed humps and uneven surfaces, which may indicate worn anti-roll bar bushes, top mounts, or wishbone bushes, all common failure points on the NV400 platform. The clutch should be assessed for any slipping under load, particularly in higher gears on inclines, and for a high biting point or any judder on take-off, which can signal wear to the dual-mass flywheel or pressure plate. The engine bay should be inspected for any signs of oil leaks from the sump, rocker cover, or turbo oil lines, and the exhaust system checked for excessive blow or corrosion at joints and hangers. Finally, given that only one tyre-related advisory appears across three years, an inspection of all four tyres plus the spare for age, tread depth, and matching specifications is advisable, as uneven sidewall wear or mismatched tyres on a heavy van can indicate alignment or suspension issues not yet severe enough to trigger an MOT failure.