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F396 GWR

1988 Nissan 300 Zx

Blue Petrol 2960cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jan 2027
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

76,638 mi
Last recorded76,638 miles
Recorded on2 Jan 2026
Typical for 1988 Nissan 300 Zx100,546 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Nissan
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF396 GWR
MakeNissan
Model300 Zx
Year1988
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,960cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Jan 2026 76,638 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2008 7,658 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Fail 21 Aug 2008 7,658 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

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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F396 GWR is a 1988 Nissan 300 Zx in Blue with a 2,960cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1988 Nissan 300 Zx models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.5% with a typical mileage of 100,546 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 F396 GWR, 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 38 years old, this Nissan 300 Zx is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of F396 GWR?

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What year was F396 GWR registered?

F396 GWR is a 1988 Nissan 300 Zx, first registered on 30 December 1988.

Is F396 GWR safe to buy?

The MOT history for F396 GWR shows 3 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.

Does F396 GWR have outstanding finance?

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