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A348 OYD

1983 Nissan Laurel

Multi-colour Petrol 2393cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Apr 2024
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

88,546 mi
Last recorded88,546 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2023
Typical for 1983 Nissan Laurel98,328 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA348 OYD
MakeNissan
ModelLaurel
Year1983
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,393cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2023 88,546 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2022 87,481 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2020 87,072 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2008 86,669 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2008 86,669 miles

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.2.C.1h)

Offside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 24 Aug 2007 85,978 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2007 85,978 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Steering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)

Pass 16 Aug 2006 84,174 miles

Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Fail 15 Aug 2006 84,174 miles

Nearside Outer Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Outer Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

How Reliable is the Nissan Laurel?

Based on 3,076 MOT tests across 502 vehicles.

73.0%
Pass Rate
1,138
Miles/Year
47
Year Lifespan
502
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 223
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 106
Brake pipe excessively corroded 99
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 94
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 89
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A348 OYD is a 1983 Nissan Laurel in Multi-colour with a 2,393cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1983 Nissan Laurel models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.0% with a typical mileage of 98,328 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Nissan Laurel fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 223 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A348 OYD, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Nissan Laurel typically stays on UK roads for around 47 years. At 43 years old, this Nissan Laurel is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A348 OYD registered?

A348 OYD is a 1983 Nissan Laurel, first registered on 30 September 1983.

Is A348 OYD safe to buy?

The MOT history for A348 OYD shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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