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DS53 OEF

2008 Nissan 350 Z

Blue Petrol 3490cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Jan 2027
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

92,399 mi
Last recorded92,399 miles
Recorded on12 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 Nissan 350 Z56,276 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDS53 OEF
MakeNissan
Model350 Z
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,490cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Jan 2026 92,399 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2025 91,974 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2023 90,489 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2023 89,550 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2022 88,454 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2020 85,785 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2020 82,553 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2018 82,331 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2017 80,951 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2017 80,944 miles

Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

Pass 24 May 2016 75,728 miles
Fail 20 May 2015 72,352 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

slight corrosion to rear brake discs

Pass 20 May 2015 72,352 miles

slight corrosion to rear brake discs

Pass 10 May 2014 69,643 miles
Pass 25 May 2013 61,439 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2012 56,846 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 18 Jul 2011 49,955 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 18 Jul 2011 49,955 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2010 42,438 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2009 33,087 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

both front tyres wearing tread on inner edge

Pass 20 Jul 2009 33,087 miles

both front tyres wearing tread on inner edge

Pass 2 Jul 2008 23,796 miles

How Reliable is the Nissan 350 Z?

Based on 157,558 MOT tests across 9,580 vehicles.

79.0%
Pass Rate
3,865
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
9,580
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 6,075
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 1,895
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 1,682
Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits 1,666
position lamp(s) not working 1,642
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DS53 OEF is a 2008 Nissan 350 Z in Blue with a 3,490cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 2008 Nissan 350 Z models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.4% with a typical mileage of 56,276 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Nissan 350 Z fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 6,075 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DS53 OEF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Nissan 350 Z typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 18 years old, this Nissan 350 Z is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DS53 OEF registered?

DS53 OEF is a 2008 Nissan 350 Z, first registered on 5 July 2008.

Is DS53 OEF safe to buy?

The MOT history for DS53 OEF shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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