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C89 XVJ

1986 Nissan 300 Zx

Black Petrol 2960cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Apr 2011
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

114,890 mi
Last recorded114,890 miles
Recorded on1 May 2010
Typical for 1986 Nissan 300 Zx91,836 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC89 XVJ
MakeNissan
Model300 Zx
Year1986
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,960cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 May 2010 114,890 miles

Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

rear brakes binding slightly

slight play in rack

Pass 15 Nov 2008 111,050 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2008 110,875 miles

Front registration plate letter/figure incomplete (6.3.1c)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

N/S REAR TYRE PERISHED O/S FRONT TYRE PERISHED MANIFOLD BOLTS MISSING SMALL EXHAUST LEAK AT FRONT

Pass 19 Jul 2007 107,160 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2007 107,160 miles

Offside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

How Reliable is the Nissan 300 Zx?

Based on 30,576 MOT tests across 3,810 vehicles.

70.3%
Pass Rate
1,225
Miles/Year
42
Year Lifespan
3,810
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,493
Brake pipe excessively corroded 1,351
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 1,351
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 869
fog lamp not working 867
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C89 XVJ is a 1986 Nissan 300 Zx in Black with a 2,960cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1986 Nissan 300 Zx models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.6% with a typical mileage of 91,836 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 300 Zx fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 1,493 recorded failures. If you're considering buying C89 XVJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Nissan 300 Zx typically stays on UK roads for around 42 years. At 40 years old, this Nissan 300 Zx is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was C89 XVJ registered?

C89 XVJ is a 1986 Nissan 300 Zx, first registered on 9 June 1986.

Is C89 XVJ safe to buy?

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