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Nissan Pulsar buying guide (Ireland, 2026)
What a used Nissan Pulsar costs in Ireland, how it does at the NCT, what goes wrong and what it costs to fix. Based on 78 for sale right now.
Used Nissan Pulsar prices by year
Typical asking price by registration year, and typical mileage. Private sellers usually take 5–10% less than asking; expect dealers to be a little dearer.
| Year | Typical price | Typical mileage | For sale |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 | €9,900 | 126k km | 15 |
| 2017 | €8,950 | 142k km | 14 |
| 2016 | €7,800 | 175k km | 29 |
| 2015 | €6,500 | 160k km | 16 |
Nissan Pulsar NCT pass rate
How often Nissan Pulsars pass their NCT first time, against all cars the same age (Road Safety Authority (RSA), NCT make & model data 2025, initial tests).
| Year | Pass first time | All cars that age | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 80% | 74% | |
| 2018 | 66% | 67% | |
| 2017 | 65% | 64% | |
| 2016 | 49% | 55% | |
| 2015 | 47% | 53% | |
| 2014 | 39% | 51% |
Most common reasons a 2016 Nissan Pulsar fails: steering & suspension (28% of tests, more than most cars), wheel alignment (26.5% of tests, more than most cars), lights & electrics (15.7% of tests), wheels & tyres (14.2% of tests).
Common Nissan Pulsar problems
Known weak spots to check before you buy, with typical Irish garage costs if the problem is there.
CVT automatic whine / judder · €1,200–€3,000
Listen for whining as speed rises and any surge or judder pulling away.
Timing belt history · €350–€700
Ask when the timing belt and water pump were last done (usually every 160,000 km or 5–6 years). No proof = budget for it.
Engines and how long they last
| Engine | Usually lasts | Motor tax / year | For sale |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.5 Diesel | ~250k km | ~€200 | 19 |
| 1.2 Petrol | ~180k km | ~€270 | 18 |
1.5 Diesel: usual problem: crankshaft bearings spin, especially if oil changes were stretched.
1.2 Petrol: usual problem: oil burning and timing chain.
"Usually lasts" is the mileage these engines commonly reach before major work; service history matters more than the number.
Parts for the Nissan Pulsar
Enter the reg on the parts page to get the right fit.
Brake discsBrake padsClutch kitsBatteriesShock absorbersWheel bearingsWiper bladesBulbsGlow plugsEGR valves
Before you buy a used Nissan Pulsar
Run a history check on the reg (write-off, finance owing, mileage), ask when the last service was done and for receipts, and start it from cold yourself. The used car checklist takes you through a viewing step by step.
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