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F281 DMA

1988 Nissan Vanette

White Diesel 1952cc
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MOT Status

Tests1 (0 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate0%

Mileage

160,615 mi
Last recorded160,615 miles
Recorded on3 Oct 2006
Typical for 1988 Nissan Vanette92,476 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF281 DMA
MakeNissan
ModelVanette
Year1988
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,952cc

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MOT History

0 pass 1 fail
Fail 3 Oct 2006 160,615 miles

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

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

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

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.D.4)

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

Nearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

slight play at steering joints

How Reliable is the Nissan Vanette?

Based on 206,210 MOT tests across 22,429 vehicles.

62.5%
Pass Rate
5,235
Miles/Year
34
Year Lifespan
22,429
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 32,381
Brake pipe excessively corroded 31,566
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 16,564
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 9,980
Stop lamp not working 9,137
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F281 DMA is a 1988 Nissan Vanette in White with a 1,952cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 0%.

Across all 1988 Nissan Vanette models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.2% with a typical mileage of 92,476 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 Vanette fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 32,381 recorded failures. If you're considering buying F281 DMA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Nissan Vanette typically stays on UK roads for around 34 years. At 38 years old, this Nissan Vanette is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of F281 DMA?

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What year was F281 DMA registered?

F281 DMA is a 1988 Nissan Vanette, first registered on 17 October 1988.

Is F281 DMA safe to buy?

The MOT history for F281 DMA shows 1 test with a 0% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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