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256 RAF

2009 Nissan Pixo

Silver Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Oct 2026
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

111,546 mi
Last recorded111,546 miles
Recorded on22 Oct 2025
Typical for 2009 Nissan Pixo41,781 mi

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Vehicle Details

Registration256 RAF
MakeNissan
ModelPixo
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Oct 2025 111,546 miles

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced underside items (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 16 Oct 2024 103,409 miles

Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced underside (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 25 Oct 2023 96,974 miles

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 19 Nov 2022 89,907 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2021 81,481 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases box (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 24 Nov 2021 81,481 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases box (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Nov 2020 73,446 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2020 73,446 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Steering locking device missing (2.1.3 (d))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated both sides (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Nov 2019 66,102 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2019 66,102 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 14 Nov 2018 56,135 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2017 44,535 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2016 38,047 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2015 33,292 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2014 27,770 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2013 23,247 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2012 17,644 miles

How Reliable is the Nissan Pixo?

Based on 217,471 MOT tests across 14,452 vehicles.

77.9%
Pass Rate
3,708
Miles/Year
17
Year Lifespan
14,452
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 2,894
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2,547
Horn not working 916
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256 RAF is a 2009 Nissan Pixo in Silver with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

Across all 2009 Nissan Pixo models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.0% with a typical mileage of 41,781 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Nissan Pixo fails its MOT is windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively, accounting for 2,894 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 256 RAF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Nissan Pixo typically stays on UK roads for around 17 years. At 17 years old, this Nissan Pixo is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was 256 RAF registered?

256 RAF is a 2009 Nissan Pixo, first registered on 23 November 2009.

Is 256 RAF safe to buy?

The MOT history for 256 RAF shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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