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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 59 for sale right now.

Our take on the Nissan Pulsar

At the NCT, the 2014–2016 cars fail more often than other cars the same year, so a fresh NCT is worth paying a little more for. The 1.5 diesel is the most common engine (54% of those with a known engine), and it usually lasts around 250k km.

Check a Nissan Pulsar's priceNCT pass rate by year

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.

Nissan Pulsar NCT pass rate

How often Nissan Pulsars pass their NCT first time, compared with other cars the same year (Road Safety Authority (RSA), NCT make & model data 2025, initial tests).

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).

Cheap fixes before the NCT (eBay.ie): Bulbs for the Nissan PulsarTyre tread depth gauge

Common Nissan Pulsar problems

Known weak spots to check before you buy, with typical Irish garage costs if the problem is there.

Engines and how long they last

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 and upgrades for the Nissan Pulsar

Parts for the Nissan Pulsar on eBay.ie

New and used parts from Irish and UK sellers. Check the part number or fit before you buy.

Brake padsCheck front or rear, and the disc size if there are twoSee on eBay.ie →Brake discsReplace in pairs, with new padsSee on eBay.ie →Oil filterChange it at every oil serviceSee on eBay.ie →Wiper bladesSplit or smearing blades can fail the NCTSee on eBay.ie →BulbsA blown bulb is an easy NCT failSee on eBay.ie →BatteryCheck the size and terminal layoutSee on eBay.ie →OBD2 fault code readerReads engine fault codes on your phoneSee on eBay.ie →

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Upgrades for the Nissan Pulsar

Popular add-ons. The mats are made for this model; the rest fit most cars. More car accessories →

Floor matsMade to fit the Nissan PulsarSee on eBay.ie →CarPlay screenAdds Apple CarPlay (and usually Android Auto) to a car without it: sits on the dashSee on eBay.ie →Wireless CarPlay adapterFor cars that already have CarPlay with a cableSee on eBay.ie →Reversing cameraMakes parking easier; some CarPlay screens come with oneSee on eBay.ie →Phone holderKeeps your phone off your lap for directionsSee on eBay.ie →Dash camFootage settles insurance arguments quicklySee on eBay.ie →

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Before you buy a used Nissan Pulsar

Run a history check on the reg (write-off, finance owing, mileage), ask when the timing belt 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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