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EK08 XRC

2008 Nissan Kubistar

White Diesel 1461cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Jul 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

94,729 mi
Last recorded94,729 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2025
Typical for 2008 Nissan Kubistar83,531 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK08 XRC
MakeNissan
ModelKubistar
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,461cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2025 94,729 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2024 85,359 miles

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

no smoke detected on emissions test

Fail 3 Jul 2024 85,207 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension arm damaged and seriously weakened link arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

no smoke detected on emissions test

Pass 19 Jun 2023 73,258 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2022 71,366 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2022 71,366 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Jul 2021 67,850 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2020 62,775 miles

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 8 Jul 2020 62,775 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 2 Jul 2019 57,050 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2018 52,871 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2017 49,461 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2016 45,051 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2015 40,429 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2014 37,227 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2013 33,858 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2012 28,971 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2011 23,988 miles

How Reliable is the Nissan Kubistar?

Based on 68,907 MOT tests across 4,188 vehicles.

66.1%
Pass Rate
6,814
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
4,188
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 3,569
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 3,310
Registration plate lamp not working 3,183
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 2,097
position lamp(s) not working 1,882
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EK08 XRC is a 2008 Nissan Kubistar in White with a 1,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2008 Nissan Kubistar models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.4% with a typical mileage of 83,531 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Nissan Kubistar fails its MOT is track rod end ball joint has excessive play, accounting for 3,569 recorded failures. If you're considering buying EK08 XRC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of EK08 XRC?

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What year was EK08 XRC registered?

EK08 XRC is a 2008 Nissan Kubistar, first registered on 30 April 2008.

Is EK08 XRC safe to buy?

The MOT history for EK08 XRC shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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