What the known faults on this Nissan Versa typically cost to put right at a UK independent garage · use the figures to price risk before you bid, and to justify a reduction when something shows up on inspection.
The single priciest documented job on the 2012–2019 Nissan Versa is head gasket / cooling system repair at £900–£2,600. Few cars need every repair listed here · treat £2,730–£10,550 as the full exposure if one arrived with all of them.
Engine overheating at idle or the air conditioning blowing warm when stationary due to radiator cooling fan motor failure.
Inspect · Start the engine, switch the air conditioning to its coldest setting and maximum blower speed. Open the bonnet and verify the radiator cooling fan engages within 30 seconds.
Thin paint and easy chipping.
Inspect · Inspect front-end paint.
CVT judder and failure.
Inspect · Feel for shudder; confirm CVT fluid service.
Front suspension knocks and bushing wear.
Inspect · Listen for clunks over bumps.
SRS (airbag) warning light illuminated on the dashboard and/or the horn failing to operate due to a broken clock spring.
Inspect · Turn the ignition on to check the SRS light extinguishes. Turn the steering wheel lock-to-lock whilst pressing the horn pad to ensure consistent operation without electrical dropouts.
Blowing exhaust note or rattling from the centre section underneath the vehicle due to severe flange corrosion.
Inspect · Start the engine from cold. Kneel by the rear nearside door and listen for a blowing sound, or briefly block the tailpipe with a rag to listen for hissing from the mid-pipe flange.
Rough idle, hesitation under load, and an illuminated engine management light caused by degrading ignition coil packs.
Inspect · Start the engine and let it idle. Rest your hand on the steering wheel and open door to feel for rhythmic shuddering or misfires, then blip the throttle to check for hesitation.
AC performance drop.
Inspect · Confirm cold AC output.
Ranges are indicative parts-and-labour costs at a UK independent garage, inclusive of VAT. Franchised dealers typically sit 40–80% higher, and prestige or electrified variants sit at the top of each band. Always get a written quote before committing.
Build a tickable checklist for the exact car in front of you, record faults with photos, and hand the buyer a report.