2016 Nissan NV200 1.5L Diesel · PO66 XDD

The most recent MOT test on 13 July 2026 was passed, although three advisories were issued that warrant close attention before purchase. The nearside front suspension arm ball joint was recorded as having slight play, and both inner tyres on the front axle were noted as worn close to the legal limit and showing edge wear. The rest of the 2025 and late 2024 tests were completely clean, and the earlier failure in November 2024 related only to minor lighting and a missing rear registration plate, all of which are easily rectified items rather than underlying mechanical concerns. Overall the maintenance trend appears reasonably stable, with the most recent pass showing only wear-related advisories rather than progressive structural or brake deterioration, though the suspension advisory introduces a tangible mechanical concern that should not be overlooked. With a recorded mileage of 79,671 miles over approximately ten years, this NV200 has covered around 7,967 miles annually, which is broadly typical for a commercial van of its age and suggests neither excessive long-distance use nor prolonged periods of standing. This kind of average mileage is generally favourable for component longevity, particularly for the clutch, drivetrain and major engine internals, although the inner-edge tyre wear noted on the most recent test is more commonly associated with alignment issues or worn suspension geometry rather than high mileage per se. The consistent annual testing pattern, with no prolonged gaps in MOT history, also reduces the likelihood of extended standing time and the associated issues such as brake seizure or flat-spotted tyres. The advisories recorded on the latest test are the most important areas for a prospective buyer to investigate physically. The slight play in the nearside front suspension arm ball joint should be inspected by rocking the wheel at twelve and six o'clock and listening for a knock or rattle over uneven road surfaces, as ball joint wear tends to progress steadily and can eventually compromise steering precision and tyre wear. Given this advisory, the front inner tyre wear is almost certainly linked, so the wheel alignment, condition of the front suspension bushes, and remaining tread depth across all four tyres should be carefully checked, with particular attention to uneven shoulder wear. The nearside and offside rear lamp advisories dating back several years suggest that the lamp units may have been replaced or remain cracked, and a simple walk-around check of all exterior lighting, including indicators, fog lamps, and position lamps, is worthwhile to confirm full functionality. Although there are no recorded brake, corrosion, or exhaust advisories in the recent history, a vehicle of this age and type should still be inspected with calendar-based degradation in mind. The brake discs may exhibit surface corrosion from standing or light use, and caliper slide pins can bind over time, so a test drive should include several firm brake applications from moderate speed to check for shudder or pulling to one side. Coolant, brake fluid, and gearbox or clutch fluid if applicable should be confirmed as recently renewed in line with manufacturer schedules, as fluid degradation is time-dependent rather than mileage-dependent. The 12V battery is also worth checking, particularly if the van has had periods of infrequent use, and the exhaust system should be inspected for underbody corrosion, which is common on vans that have seen urban duty. Finally, verifying a complete service history with stamps at the correct intervals will provide valuable reassurance given the absence of any mileage-related advisories in the MOT record.